Please help! Stomach

[Nicole0814]

Hey! I haven’t been on anxiety site in years. Here I am again....
I have been having nausea, abdominal discomfort, some stomach burning, gassy and more nausea! I have had nausea on and off for probably close to a year but it was getting worse and now for about 3 weeks has turned into the above symptoms. Went to the ER and they did blood work and that’s it. Gave me acid reflux medication but I don’t have acid redux. Went to my PCP this past Monday and he thinks I am producing too much acid and gave me Protonix. Said if I am not better by Monday then I need a upper endoscopy. I felt great the first 2 days and now back to being nauseous. It come and goes but comes more often. I’m freaking out because the Medication isn’t working so that means it’s not something minor. I’m of course scared of the C word. I am 37 and have an 11 yr old daughter and this is causing so much anxiety. Any reassurance or help? Please....
Thank you

 

[bin_tenn]

Those symptoms can be caused by reflux. Reflux doesn't always present with the classic symptoms, unfortunately. Not saying I know that's what it is, because I don't, but it is indeed possible. I do tend to get the classic acid regurgitation with reflux, but sometimes I'll just have nausea, chest pain, excess gas, stomach pains, bloating, etc.

Just because medication didn't fix it doesn't mean it's not a trivial / minor problem. Different medications work differently depending on the person as well as the root cause. Prescription Omeprazole didn't touch my reflux, but a rx of Pantoprazole (Protonix) did.

Either way try not to think the worst. If your doc isn't concerned, I don't think you should be either. Sorry you're having a tough time with it, but hang in there. I'm sure you'll figure something out soon.

 

[Nicole0814]

Those symptoms can be caused by reflux. Reflux doesn't always present with the classic symptoms, unfortunately. Not saying I know that's what it is, because I don't, but it is indeed possible. I do tend to get the classic acid regurgitation with reflux, but sometimes I'll just have nausea, chest pain, excess gas, stomach pains, bloating, etc.

Just because medication didn't fix it doesn't mean it's not a trivial / minor problem. Different medications work differently depending on the person as well as the root cause. Prescription Omeprazole didn't touch my reflux, but a rx of Pantoprazole (Protonix) did.

Either way try not to think the worst. If your doc isn't concerned, I don't think you should be either. Sorry you're having a tough time with it, but hang in there. I'm sure you'll figure something out soon.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and respond. I just think the nexium or Protonix would have helped if it’s just an acid issue. This anxiety sucks so bad. I asked the doctor if I should be worried about stomach C. and he said “ I don’t think it’s likely but if that is what it is we need to get in there” which made me panic. I understand he can’t say “ no, i know for a fact that’s not it or else he could get in trouble and that’s not a good doctor” also my stomach is constantly sounding like a monster is in there. All the noises!

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and respond. I just think the nexium or Protonix would have helped if it’s just an acid issue. This anxiety sucks so bad. I asked the doctor if I should be worried about stomach C. and he said “ I don’t think it’s likely but if that is what it is we need to get in there” which made me panic. I understand he can’t say “ no, i know for a fact that’s not it or else he could get in trouble and that’s not a good doctor” also my stomach is constantly sounding like a monster is in there. All the noises!

Also, tender to touch!

 

[bin_tenn]

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and respond. I just think the nexium or Protonix would have helped if it’s just an acid issue. This anxiety sucks so bad. I asked the doctor if I should be worried about stomach C. and he said “ I don’t think it’s likely but if that is what it is we need to get in there” which made me panic. I understand he can’t say “ no, i know for a fact that’s not it or else he could get in trouble and that’s not a good doctor” also my stomach is constantly sounding like a monster is in there. All the noises!

Also, tender to touch!

IMo your doc shouldn't have said that. I don't disagree that they would need to "get in there" if that were the case, but that was perhaps a bit insensitive. Does the doc know about your health anxiety about this?

My stomach also makes a lot of noise with reflux. And is sometimes tender to touch. Again, I can't say I know what's causing your issues, but I do know that if this were me (it practically is) GERD would be the cause. It sucks, I know, but it's not so bad once you're able to get a handle on things.

What is your diet like? Exercise regularly? What about smoking, drinking, weight, etc? Have you ever tried to identify a certain type of food or drink that precedes these episodes?

 

[Bobnnat]

IMO you should get a new doctor. That one is a classic asshole. At your age and female, the odds are incredibly small. Reflux, lactose issues, nerves are far, far more likely. I’ve had doctors like him. I run from them like they’re poisonous, and they are.

 

[Nicole0814]

IMo your doc shouldn't have said that. I don't disagree that they would need to "get in there" if that were the case, but that was perhaps a bit insensitive. Does the doc know about your health anxiety about this?

My stomach also makes a lot of noise with reflux. And is sometimes tender to touch. Again, I can't say I know what's causing your issues, but I do know that if this were me (it practically is) GERD would be the cause. It sucks, I know, but it's not so bad once you're able to get a handle on things.

What is your diet like? Exercise regularly? What about smoking, drinking, weight, etc? Have you ever tried to identify a certain type of food or drink that precedes these episodes?

Yes, he knows about my anxiety and that why I asked about stomach C. My diet is crap if I’m being honest. I’m vegetarian but eat like crap. I have a desk job at home and I don’t exercise hardly at all and I’ve gained weight in the past year. Nothing excessive. So basically I need to take better care of myself LOL. I don’t drink or smoke. I’ve tried to narrow it down to a certain food or foods and it’s random. For example....i was nauseous all day yesterday and felt like crap but woke up this morning feeling fine but later today it may or may not start back up. It may start tomorrow. Random! like I said, I don’t have the burning in my esophagus or heartburn. It’s all in the stomach. Sometimes after I eat sometimes when I haven’t eaten.

 

[bin_tenn]

Yes, he knows about my anxiety and that why I asked about stomach C. My diet is crap if I’m being honest. I’m vegetarian but eat like crap. I have a desk job at home and I don’t exercise hardly at all and I’ve gained weight in the past year. Nothing excessive. So basically I need to take better care of myself LOL. I don’t drink or smoke. I’ve tried to narrow it down to a certain food or foods and it’s random. For example....i was nauseous all day yesterday and felt like crap but woke up this morning feeling fine but later today it may or may not start back up. It may start tomorrow. Random! like I said, I don’t have the burning in my esophagus or heartburn. It’s all in the stomach. Sometimes after I eat sometimes when I haven’t eaten.

I see. I know what you mean about needing to take better care of yourself. I'm the same way, yet I'm still not doing it. LoL! There are so many much more likely (and virtually harmless) causes of your symptoms, even if it's not reflux. Cancer would be the least likely, in my opinion (I'm not a doctor or otherwise qualified to speak with certainty).

 

[kristinelorraine]

You can also try to ask your doctor for a SiBo test. It’s a simple breathing test to check if you have some bacterial overgrowth in your stomach. It is easily treated with antibiotics. Some of your symptoms are same as mine and i am positive for sibo.

 

[Nicole0814]

You can also try to ask your doctor for a SiBo test. It’s a simple breathing test to check if you have some bacterial overgrowth in your stomach. It is easily treated with antibiotics. Some of your symptoms are same as mine and i am positive for sibo.

I actually read about this online! I know, I shouldn’t be googling My PCP did mention if the medication didn’t work, which it’s not, that he would want me to have a scope and a biopsy (that word causes anxiety) and said it could be H Pylori infection.

 

[bin_tenn]

I actually read about this online! I know, I shouldn’t be googling My PCP did mention if the medication didn’t work, which it’s not, that he would want me to have a scope and a biopsy (that word causes anxiety) and said it could be H Pylori infection.

Ah, H Pylori, I forgot about that being a possibility. I understand the word biopsy causing some anxiety, but what we tend to forget, as anxiety sufferers, is that biopsy is not synonymous with cancer.

 

[kristinelorraine]

yes, the endoscopy can check for h pylori infection.
also h pylori is different from sibo bacteria. for sibo test, you need a breathing test.

I actually read about this online! I know, I shouldn’t be googling My PCP did mention if the medication didn’t work, which it’s not, that he would want me to have a scope and a biopsy (that word causes anxiety) and said it could be H Pylori infection.

 

[TruthHurts]

I actually read about this online! I know, I shouldn’t be googling My PCP did mention if the medication didn’t work, which it’s not, that he would want me to have a scope and a biopsy (that word causes anxiety) and said it could be H Pylori infection.

I had the H Pylori infection going on 2 years ago. During the test they had me drink some liquid if i remember correctly it was a orange flavor then they made me wait like 20 minutes then breath into a few things. No body even told me anything after I got a text from walmarts pharmacy saying I had prescriptions to pick up. It was 3 different antibiotics I took them for like 12 days. Then 3 weeks later went in to be tested again. I ended up having to get a different medication because the antibiotics caused me to get Candida in the mouth. It was quite the experience after that I had PTSD for awhile because the H Pylori was giving me panic attacks.

 

[Nicole0814]

yes, the endoscopy can check for h pylori infection.
also h pylori is different from sibo bacteria. for sibo test, you need a breathing test.

Ah okay. I thought maybe they were similar. Well I felt good Saturday and Sunday but woke up
This morning really nauseous. He said if I wasn’t better by Monday then call him so i guess I will be calling him. Thank you.

Ah, H Pylori, I forgot about that being a possibility. I understand the word biopsy causing some anxiety, but what we tend to forget, as anxiety sufferers, is that biopsy is not synonymous with cancer.

You are right! It’s crazy how our minds work and one word can throw us into a spiral. Woke up really nauseous today so i guess I will call him. I think the Protonix has helped but still having nausea and abdominal discomfort so I guess I will call today and let him know.

Ah, H Pylori, I forgot about that being a possibility. I understand the word biopsy causing some anxiety, but what we tend to forget, as anxiety sufferers, is that biopsy is not synonymous with cancer.

You are right! It’s crazy how our minds work and one word can throw us into a spiral. Woke up really nauseous today so i guess I will call him. I think the Protonix has helped but still having nausea and abdominal discomfort so I guess I will call today and let him know.

I had the H Pylori infection going on 2 years ago. During the test they had me drink some liquid if i remember correctly it was a orange flavor then they made me wait like 20 minutes then breath into a few things. No body even told me anything after I got a text from walmarts pharmacy saying I had prescriptions to pick up. It was 3 different antibiotics I took them for like 12 days. Then 3 weeks later went in to be tested again. I ended up having to get a different medication because the antibiotics caused me to get Candida in the mouth. It was quite the experience after that I had PTSD for awhile because the H Pylori was giving me panic attacks.

Oh no! I don’t do well on antibiotics so if I have to take three, that will be interesting. The H Pylori was causing the panic attacks? Or you were having panic attacks due to worrying about the H Pylori?

Ah, H Pylori, I forgot about that being a possibility. I understand the word biopsy causing some anxiety, but what we tend to forget, as anxiety sufferers, is that biopsy is not synonymous with cancer.

You are right! It’s crazy how our minds work and one word can throw us into a spiral. Woke up really nauseous today so i guess I will call him. I think the Protonix has helped but still having nausea and abdominal discomfort so I guess I will call today and let him know.

I had the H Pylori infection going on 2 years ago. During the test they had me drink some liquid if i remember correctly it was a orange flavor then they made me wait like 20 minutes then breath into a few things. No body even told me anything after I got a text from walmarts pharmacy saying I had prescriptions to pick up. It was 3 different antibiotics I took them for like 12 days. Then 3 weeks later went in to be tested again. I ended up having to get a different medication because the antibiotics caused me to get Candida in the mouth. It was quite the experience after that I had PTSD for awhile because the H Pylori was giving me panic attacks.

Oh no! I don’t do well on antibiotics so if I have to take three, that will be interesting. The H Pylori was causing the panic attacks? Or you were having panic attacks due to worrying about the H Pylori?

 

[TruthHurts]

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Oh no! I don’t do well on antibiotics so if I have to take three, that will be interesting. The H Pylori was causing the panic attacks? Or you were having panic attacks due to worrying about the H Pylori?

No the H Pylori was causing the Panic attacks the stomach is close to the heart so when I was getting the weird feelings plus acid reflux in the stomach it kept freaking me out I was getting heart palpitations that caused me to panic. It was very stressful. Every time I ate it felt like my heart would beat really fast. Since then I have changed my diet I eat less spicy stuff and rarely drink alcohol. I have really cleaned up my life style big time.

 

[Nicole0814]

No the H Pylori was causing the Panic attacks the stomach is close to the heart so when I was getting the weird feelings plus acid reflux in the stomach it kept freaking me out I was getting heart palpitations that caused me to panic. It was very stressful. Every time I ate it felt like my heart would beat really fast. Since then I have changed my diet I eat less spicy stuff and rarely drink alcohol. I have really cleaned up my life style big time.
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Interesting! I also have palpitations. Well, the doctor called today and said since the Protonix didn’t completely fix the issue, I have to see a GI doctor and have a scope. Now I’m worried about all the what if’s.

 

[Asgmiami1]

Hey! I haven’t been on anxiety site in years. Here I am again....
I have been having nausea, abdominal discomfort, some stomach burning, gassy and more nausea! I have had nausea on and off for probably close to a year but it was getting worse and now for about 3 weeks has turned into the above symptoms. Went to the ER and they did blood work and that’s it. Gave me acid reflux medication but I don’t have acid redux. Went to my PCP this past Monday and he thinks I am producing too much acid and gave me Protonix. Said if I am not better by Monday then I need a upper endoscopy. I felt great the first 2 days and now back to being nauseous. It come and goes but comes more often. I’m freaking out because the Medication isn’t working so that means it’s not something minor. I’m of course scared of the C word. I am 37 and have an 11 yr old daughter and this is causing so much anxiety. Any reassurance or help? Please....
Thank you

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