constant epigastric pain

[NRSAMYP]

It started with heartburn about a year ago . The heartburn got frequent and severe enough to seek medical attention . They put me on aciphex and did a gastoscopy , finding just an irritated stomach lining . Ever since then I have had nothing but tons of epigastric pain and into my back . They switched me to protonix 40mg twice a day but I have minimal relief . Also had my gallbladder removed about 4 yrs ago . Any ideas ? Please Help !!!

[luisaismael]

I am a patient with gastritis. Reading post of patients with gallbladder removal, I observe that some indicate to have very bad bile reflux and even esophagitis after surgery. What were the tests that they underwent, I don't have that in hand. Most likely, the upper GI endoscopy indicated esophagitis.

You may have bile reflux into your stomach after gallbladder removal and the stomach got irritated. Definitely you should undergo an esophageal impedance/pH monitoring to establish whether you have acid and bile reflux. Check the Mayo Clinic site for further info.

The previous comment about changing your lifestyle is your best friend.
Drugs may be very helpful but sometimes the problems ellude the medical tests.

Good luck

[selmaS]

  Hi...did they ever test ur PH levels?...check u for H.Pylori?

And did u modify ur diet and lifestyle along with the meds?

   "selma"