The CT scan and scope (I presume an upper endoscopy) would rule out more of the severe causes, such as pancreas, ulcers, or inflammation of the upper GI tract.
I would consider a 24-hr pH study to evaluate for reflux. This is the most comprehensive test for this - and is normally performed at larger academic medical centers. This may have already been done, but blood tests for H Pylori (a bacteria associated with ulcers and inflammation) should also be considered. Another suggest would be an ultrasound to evaluate the gall bladder, or a HIDA scan with CCK stimulation to evaluate gall bladder function.
If the tests are not revealing, a second gastroenterological opinion is suggested.
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.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
A related discussion,
pain after colon surgery was started.
A friend of mine had his colon removed about two yrs ago.
He is still having trouble with his bowels. He still goes to the bathroom about 18 times a day. If not more.
What more can be done for him? He does not want to put the bag back on.
yes- I didn't want to say anything but it isn't the greatest tasting drink- a little bitter-
I work with seniors and a few have started the noni- one lady has had chronic stomach pain for years- she said after she drank the noni for about a week it kicked in- her pain is gone! So-who knows- maybe it works- It helped me for a while but then it stopped- so not sure if it helps short term or long term...
good luck
Thank you for your information. My mother is trying the Nomi juice. She said it taste really bad. She just finished the MRI and we are waiting for her doctor to contact us with the results.
I've been reading up on Tahitian Noni juice and it seems to help many people for many different reasons (cancer, stomach pain, depression)- it might be worth a shot to try her on it-
I have tried it for several months for colon issues and it actually was working- I was faithfully taking it 3 x's a day-but I got busy, etc. so now I'm back in pain w/ colitis.
it is a natural juice so there are no side effects-it is supposed to heal, etc better then aloe- look around on the web- type in "Tahitian noni juice"
you never know...
this was the brand I bought and was recommended to by my health food store dietician:
http://www.nonijuice.us/
good luck