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Thank you for all the information. I did look up the tests. I will check out those discussions!
I just had an endoscopy and Bravo procedure. My doctor messaged the following: “The Bravo pH study was negative for acid reflux. I recommend an esophageal manometry and pH impedance study off therapy if symptoms remain problematic. This study evaluates the esophageal muscle function and evaluates for weakly acid or non-acid reflux, which can be missed on the Bravo study."
I had questions which I sent and all I got was a med assistant asking if I wanted to schedule the tests. Of course my symptoms are the same as they were before the Bravo study. My symptoms have been post nasal drip, and waking with a sore throat and some discomfort by my upper stomach. It goes away when I get up. Doctors insisted I needed to be on medication. No medication they tried relieved my symptoms, they kept adding more and I ended up with more pain and worse reflux. That is why they did the Bravo study.

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@sylvermoon8 - good to get the results on no acid reflux and with your next steps. I'm sorry no one answered your questions.

I also wanted you to meet @sickvick @ken82 @fourof5zs @therjes @margaretmary @faithann64, who may be able to tell you from personal experience or that of a loved one about what it's like having esophageal manometry and a PH Impedance study.

Are your symptoms bothering you (or did they bother you) again today?

@sylvermoon8
Do you feel ready or do you want to wait a bit? Trust your instincts and what feels best for you.