Almost Seven Months of Suffering - HELP!

[Johnnyd18]

Not sure what is exactly wrong with me, but thought I'd post to see if anyone has suggestions.  About seven months ago, I woke up in the morning feeling nauseous.  Prior to that I never really had much in the way of digestive issues (minus some IBS symptoms when eating greasy or heavy restaurant foods).  Basically, ever since that day seven months ago, I feel a gurgling, bubbly feeling in my stomach that almost feels like a purring sound (sometimes audible, sometimes not).  Nausea usually accompanies this feeling.  Mornings are often bad, and afternoons are as well, with some relief coming at night after dinner. I typically feel better while eating.  I sometimes have a strange feeling of both an empty stomach and a bloated stomach at the same time (if that makes any sense).

Doctors and tests - I've been to several doctors and had the following tests:
Endoscopy - Clear
Ultrasound on stomach and abdomen - Clear
Cat-Scan - Clear
MRCP - Clear
What they've ruled out per blood and stool tests - Girardia, HyPlori, Celiac disease, Gall Bladder (gall stones, blockage) and any other "Scary" things. Their conclusion?  Non-Ulcer Dyspepsia.

So I've been cleared of just about everything major. I've been told I could have reflux even though I rarely ever have the common feeling of heartburn or pain.  I've tried all the OTC drugs like prilosec, maalox, gaviscon, gas-x, Zantac, and even Dexilant.  These drugs have minimal effect on my symptoms. I've even tried Acupuncture for stress.  I've cut out Gluten and Dairy for a time, though admittedly I probably have not done this for a long enough period (about two weeks total).  This has really effected my quality of life and my productivity on the job.   Sometimes I think I will have to live with this forever which makes me very depressed.  Often all my waking hours are spent feeling this way.  Any and all ideas are welcome!

[selmaS]

  For short term use along with modifying ur diet and life style so u can stop the meds....the Prilosec is the original med for this issue....Nexium is made by the same pharmaceutical company.

Make sure u follow guidelines of foods to avoid...exercise and get plenty of rest and avoid stress....

  "selma"

[Johnnyd18]

Thanks for all the feedback.  I've been working out more (cardio) the last few weeks and it seems to be helping.  Haven't been back on the non-gluten diet yet, but probably will soon.  I was going to get Nexium, but my insurance won't cover so still taking Prilosec.  Is Nexium (or the generic equivalent) superior to Prilosec?

[ashley177]

I suffered with really bad acid reflux for ten years I was taking pariet to reduce stomach acid for the last five years, this week I stopped eating sugar & wheat. Drinking water and milk only. I was up to 60mg's of pariet a day I changed my diet and in 48 hours I was off all my medicine and back to normal. There is just too much wheat and sugar on the supermaket shelves hiding in bread and cereals. I hope this helps let me know how you get on. ***@****

[AndyKing8484]

Generally Doctors prescribes Nexium.

I also had acid reflux at first stage. I was given Nexium Generic. It really helped me and after about 2 months of use, I was pretty much ok. I bought them from emedoutlet online.

[selmaS]

  I was going to say...stress is a big factor...try keeping a journal...of what u eat, how u feel and ne stress that is going on to see a pattern that may be forming.....

  It is very possible that changing weather patterns may affect u as well...especially if it develops post nasal drip, this will add to reflux.

Try chewing gum during ur flares...(surgarless)

  "selma"

[Johnnyd18]

Thanks Selma,

Also, my symptoms seem to be bad for a week or two, and then I feel ok for a week.  It seems to cycle like that regardless of the meds I'm taking or food I'm eating.  The current doctor I'm seeing seems to feel stress is a major culprit and he sees this type of cycle with stress induced digestive issues.  Any thoughts on that?

[selmaS]

  Hi, not all with GERD will have the typical symptoms...there is a type of reflux that is referred to as Silent Reflux for just that reason.Here is a link to more info on this type -http://www.medhelp.org/health_pages/Gastroenterology/Symptoms-of-Laryngopharyngeal-Reflux-are/show/779?cid=236

Next, meds for these conditions may take time to see benefits....plus u should  modify  ur diet and lifestyle in addition to taking meds, so u can aid the meds in working and get off the meds......

Knowing the root of the issue will help u narrow this down...I have a hiatal hernia which can flare up from time to time, but I have gone yrs with no issues.

Try keeping a journal on what u eat and how u feel.

  "selma"