I'm sure in contributes if you have a sliding hiatal hernia. I believe a hiatal hernia can cause all kinds of pain and strange symptoms.
Hi Frank, do you suspect anything from the working out causing a problem? I ask because I'm having pain in my throat, esophagus that makes it difficult for me to eat like I want. I work out as well, 31/m, 175 normally, but now I'm 135(I'm not ill, moved in February and haven't gotten back to working out). I would do heavy deadlifts 400+ lbs, and I would get a backed up feeling in my throat. I would eat afterwards and go to bed on a full stomach. I think it's caught up to me and that's why I am having problems. Just thought to ask you if you think the straining from working out contributes?
Forgot one other thing. What does a contracted gall bladder from an MRI signify?
Would a small hiatal hernia cause these symptoms at all? I did have a HIDA scan with CCK. I'm not sure what the final number was though. They just told me it was normal. My IM Dr. said that they have removed Gall bladders before that were bad, but the tests (ultrasound & Hida) were normal. I'm curious if anyone else has had these symptoms and turn out to be their gall bladder?
You have had a pretty comprehensive evaluation. If the HIDA scan was done with CCK stimulation, a gallbladder ejection fraction should have been measured. If this number was low, then removing the gallbladder possibly can help.
You can also consider more specialized testing for further evaluation. This can include a 24-hr pH study to give a more definitive diagnosis of GERD. This test can also be done with esophageal motility studies to evaluate for any dysmotility.
Another possibility can be gastroparesis - which can be evaluated with a gastric emptying scan.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician, or in conjunction with a GI evaluation.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
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