My Dad has been battling awful stomach issues for six months now, and his doctors are not making progress on finding a diagnosis. He is feeling very sick, and throwing up a lot. What we originally thought was a bug back in January has worsened to the point here he has gone to the ER four times this month alone, and has lost 35 pounds from his already thin frame.
Tests for barret's esophagus, divertiulitis, acid reflux, and many other common illnesses have all been normal. The doctors are mostly suggesting ibs - which to me sounds ludicrous with all the time he is spending at the hospital.
All tests have come back normal, except for heightened liver enzymes. An ultrasound picked up something on his left side, but they haven't figured out what it is, or if it's anything at all.
If you know of anything that might cause these symptoms in an otherwise healthy male in his 50s, please let me know. My mom and I are very worried, and even on a clear liquid diet, he has not stabilized.
Thank you for your help.