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Gastritis? Acid Reflux?

I have been suffering for over a year now and still have not come to any conclusions as to my problem.  I had been on Pariete, Prevacid, etc. etc.  Have had endoscopy, colonoscopy.  The endoscopy found an inflammation on my duodenum, colonoscopy found nothing. I have been sick on and off now for about 2 weeks now.  Here are the symptoms I am currently experiencing with no relief in sight.
Symptoms are a coated tongue, foul breath, bad taste in the mouth, increased flow of saliva, scanty urination, a general feeling of uneasiness, and mental depression. Major heartburn (throat and esophagus burning and sometimes pain) and a feeling of fullness in the abdomen, especially after meals.  Can’t eat. , makes me feel sick.
I am pretty sure it is gastritis based on all these symptom.  I have appointments with my MD and gastro DR.  My main concern at this time is it doesn't seem to go away.  This is the worst I have ever been.  I have been in bed for 4 days now, unable to eat much.  Any suggestions for relief.  I have lost 30 pounds,developed B12 enemia, iron enemia, have gone to hospital approx. 10 times in the last year.  Treated for dehydration, etc. etc.

Help, I need relief.
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I have been confirmed not to celiac disease.  I think it was, but the Dr. said she would let me know it there was a problem.  I am currently on rabeprazole for a duodenial ulcer.  Not working.  I used to be on Prevacid for excess stomach acid, but stopped using it when I went on the rabeprazole.  I have an appt. on Monday with Dr. and hope he can find a solution.  

In the meantime I am unable to eat and see no relief in site.  Any suggestions?  I am losing my mind !!
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Is there anyone with celiac issues in your family? Some of your symptoms are consistent with that problem. Was your duodenum biopsied during the EGD?
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