GutThing

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by GutThing 4y ago
I didn't find the quiz there but it looks like there's a standard test for LPR where if your score is 13-15 or above means you probably have it. I've done it and being "reasonable" and not exaggerating on my answers
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by GutThing 4y ago
When my GP asked the ENT to see me, he said he wouldn't because this was a gastrointestinal issue. I'll visit a private doctor to see if they can help me.
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by GutThing 4y ago
Thank you. I'll read more about LPR.
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by GutThing 4y ago
Thank you.
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by GutThing 4y ago
Thank you, but I already did.
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by GutThing 4y ago
I had an endoscopy, yes. They said my cardia was always open but that's not usually the cause for my symptoms and even if that was the problem, all the PPI I took would make me feel better. I've been tested for H. Pylori a couple
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by GutThing 4y ago
I have no cavities/bad teeth but I don't think that'll last long due the acidity. My last visit at the dentist was a couple months ago.
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by GutThing 4y ago
Thank you for the link, I'll read it. I've been told by my doctor that weight matters but I'm a fit guy, around 12-13% body fat, non smoker and rarely drink alcohol. I also take care of my diet. I cook my own food, don't
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by GutThing 4y ago
I know how heartburn feels, it's not that. Some smoothies do give me heartburn most of the time. When I had my Esophageal pHmetry doctors told me to eat/drink anything that caused me heartburn and I did. I drank 3 berry smoothies,
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by GutThing 4y ago
I wish I could say it's stress but it isn't. I took omeprazole 40mg twice a day (80mg total) for months without noticing any difference. If it's heartburn that should've made a difference.
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by GutThing 4y ago
I have a gut problem. I don't really know what it is. It's been like 4 or 5 years since it started. Doctors don't seem to know what's going on but basically my stomach acid destroys my throat and I can even feel the acid