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IS GERD CAUSING ALL OF THIS?? HELP

Posted by ewalkercece @ewalkercece, Jan 6, 2021

I have GERD diagnosed by the ER
Since the 7th of December 2020.
1 month now that I know of.

However my swallowing issues started in August of 2020. With an inability to swallow completely or strongly rather. ( * That was around the same time I was perscribed Ativan for sleeping. )

Now January 2021 my swallowing has gotten worse. Now it also has clicking and popping sensations. My throat feels like it has a huge lump inside.

I also have a burning dry mouth & tounge.
Burning dry sinus.
Burning dry throat.

My sinuses are inflamed and my throat.
Which comes and goes.

I've lost some of my senses of smell but have gained incredible abilities with some smells especially sweet and floral.
I have also gained incredible taste buds. I'm tasting wayyyyyy too much.

It hurts so much when I breathe.
My lungs hurt resting, breathing in or out.

I'm talking omeprazole, sucralfate, and pepsid compete. I am also still talking Ativan .50 ( down from 3mg a day.)

I cannot help but think Ativan is the cause of all my problems... idk

I have been to the ER AND DOCTOR in this small city about 16 times since December 7th.

I really need support and answers badly.
When will this go away? Is this all normal?
Has anyone had GERD this bad and they fully recovered?

*I also have an endoscopy scheduled on the 21st. ( I'm scared. )

*And a pulmonary testing tomorrow.

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ginak | @ginak | Jan 28, 2021

Thank you. That was one off the reasons I changed from a half wedge that went on top of my mattress to a full wedge that went under my whole mattress. I felt that I was sliding and getting into an uncomfortable position. Also, I was starting to get a pain in my hip bones.

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riflemanz64 | @riflemanz64 | Jan 28, 2021

Easy solution is a low acid diet, no fried fatty foods. No spicy foods, no Italian, no Mexican foods. No booze, or soda. No smoking. Low acid coffee or decaf green tea. Drink more water and no eating 3 hrs before bedtime. Chicken breast is good and baked fish. Cut out processed foods and meat like bacon and sausage. Ripe bananas and melon is ok. Cut out junk food too.

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wreath | @wreath | Jan 29, 2021

When I read all the comments about gerd, I have flash backs to seven years ago when my husband was suffering from acid reflux. After some research, I discovered a new procedure they were doing at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville called the Linx system. We went down and he had the procedure done and it fixed his acid reflux/gerd issue perfectly. However, while he was there he was diagnosed with Idopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. His pulmonary Dr there said that most likely he had aspirated the acid into his lungs which contributed to the fibrosis. So, we began our 7 year journey of ups and downs dealing with pulmonary fibrosis. Sadly, on Jan 2, 2021 our 56 years together ended as he quietly slipped away from me to meet his Lord. I share my story to say, please don't mess around if you have serious acid reflux. And the Linx procedure seems to be a much better option than the Nissan procedure. Also the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is an awesome place. Please keep me in your prayers, as I begin a new journey alone.

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rkuz | @rkuz | Jan 29, 2021

So sorry to hear about your loss. Thank you for the information

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alleycatkate | @alleycatkate | Jan 29, 2021
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@wreath

When I read all the comments about gerd, I have flash backs to seven years ago when my husband was suffering from acid reflux. After some research, I discovered a new procedure they were doing at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville called the Linx system. We went down and he had the procedure done and it fixed his acid reflux/gerd issue perfectly. However, while he was there he was diagnosed with Idopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. His pulmonary Dr there said that most likely he had aspirated the acid into his lungs which contributed to the fibrosis. So, we began our 7 year journey of ups and downs dealing with pulmonary fibrosis. Sadly, on Jan 2, 2021 our 56 years together ended as he quietly slipped away from me to meet his Lord. I share my story to say, please don't mess around if you have serious acid reflux. And the Linx procedure seems to be a much better option than the Nissan procedure. Also the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is an awesome place. Please keep me in your prayers, as I begin a new journey alone.

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@wreath It is good of you to share that information with us. I'm so sorry for the loss of your husband. I will pray for you on your new journey and hope you find much love and kindness along the way. Kate

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ginak | @ginak | Jan 29, 2021
In reply to @wreath "When I read all the comments about gerd, I have flash backs to seven years ago..." + (show)
@wreath

When I read all the comments about gerd, I have flash backs to seven years ago when my husband was suffering from acid reflux. After some research, I discovered a new procedure they were doing at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville called the Linx system. We went down and he had the procedure done and it fixed his acid reflux/gerd issue perfectly. However, while he was there he was diagnosed with Idopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. His pulmonary Dr there said that most likely he had aspirated the acid into his lungs which contributed to the fibrosis. So, we began our 7 year journey of ups and downs dealing with pulmonary fibrosis. Sadly, on Jan 2, 2021 our 56 years together ended as he quietly slipped away from me to meet his Lord. I share my story to say, please don't mess around if you have serious acid reflux. And the Linx procedure seems to be a much better option than the Nissan procedure. Also the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is an awesome place. Please keep me in your prayers, as I begin a new journey alone.

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@wreath So sorry for your loss. My friend suddenly lost her husband a year ago at only 62 years old. I see how hard it is.

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baz10 | @baz10 | Jan 29, 2021

Thinking of you at this time and sending you hugs. baz10

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gloria811 | @gloria811 | Jan 30, 2021
In reply to @wreath "When I read all the comments about gerd, I have flash backs to seven years ago..." + (show)
@wreath

When I read all the comments about gerd, I have flash backs to seven years ago when my husband was suffering from acid reflux. After some research, I discovered a new procedure they were doing at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville called the Linx system. We went down and he had the procedure done and it fixed his acid reflux/gerd issue perfectly. However, while he was there he was diagnosed with Idopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. His pulmonary Dr there said that most likely he had aspirated the acid into his lungs which contributed to the fibrosis. So, we began our 7 year journey of ups and downs dealing with pulmonary fibrosis. Sadly, on Jan 2, 2021 our 56 years together ended as he quietly slipped away from me to meet his Lord. I share my story to say, please don't mess around if you have serious acid reflux. And the Linx procedure seems to be a much better option than the Nissan procedure. Also the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is an awesome place. Please keep me in your prayers, as I begin a new journey alone.

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