For about the last week I've been experiencing stomach burning. The first day it came on I actually vomitted as it felt like there was so much acid in my stomach - or I assume it's acid. The burning is quite consistent, and I also have a bit of bloating and slight gas feel in it too as I will get subtle type of gas pains. I went to my regular Dr. a few days ago and he put me on Aciphex. I've been on it for abou 4 days and so far I'm getting nothing from it, although he did say to give it a week. The only thing that does give me relief for 10-12 hours is Zantac (although it takes about 2 hours to kick in it seems). I am getting no other pains although tonight for the first time I experience a subtle pain on my left side.
I'll be 37 next month and have no history of any serious health problems (I'm 6'2", 185). I do resistance/weight training (though haven't lately), I don't smoke, don't drink, and eat a pretty well balanced diet. I've always had somewhat of a sensitive stomach (father's side of family does too), but this is the first time I've experienced this issue. I'm trying to keep an eye on my acid intake too, of course. I have been under a little more stress the last couple of months as I was laid off and am having a very difficult time finding a job. I'm also not sleeping real well. However, with all of that said, I don't feel overly stressed if you know what I mean.
Any suggestions?