Gastritis, Esophagitis, GERD , small Hiatal hernia , diverticulosis

@collage even though my SIBO tests came back negative a ( few times ) over last 7 years. I asked the Dr’s to put me on Xifaxan ( antibiotics for h pylori ) anyway to see if it would help my chronic digestive disorders. The 1 st time it was 14 days on it . It seemed to help me for a month or so . Then everything came back . 2 nd & 3 rd time a year apart it didn’t help at all .
If all you have in nausea in morning, you are very lucky . I know it’s horrible to feel like that …but being so chronic in my digestive system and intestines for 7.5 years and so many tests and Dr’s later .. I would take what you have and be really happy that’s all it is .
I’m still searching and struggling daily w/ so much . I do finally have a televisit w/ Gastro Dr at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville on Sept 7 th . Been waiting since May .
My 6 th Gastro Dr. but never from there before. It’s 3 hrs away so I want to start w/ televisit. I cannot lead any type of normal life . This is my last ditch effort. I hope you find the relief you need . God Bless , Rosemary

I don't know all your issues but GI issues are often linked to an out of whack thyroid. I know. I had GI issues for years and when my thyroid issue was found and resolved, it got soooo much better. Good luck!

This is true but I've been on thyroid all my life and I'm 70. I still have a "tortuous intestine" and complications that must be dealt with by other means. I really wish I could just take my thyroid and it would resolve everything. I'm truly happy for you! And again, it is true the thyroid does affect digestion.

Wow keep me posted on results and treatment @keetafox !! I can’t be there for weeks . Days ok like 3 nights . That’s it .
I can’t afford every test they do either even w/ insurance.
I just had a second endoscopy & 3 rd colonoscopy Jun 2020 .
I’m sure that’s first thing they do again .
I will ask for those other two tests you told me about .
I’ve done about all the gastric emptying and C scan and ultrasounds , upper GI , stool sample , SIBO and Hydrogen breath tests . I still belch over 3000 x deep wet belches no acid fault / nightly and constant churning loud gut and intestines all hours day and night . It’s relentless and 7.5 years going . It’s ruined my life .
I’ve done ✅ a laundry list of things to try to help it .
It’s depressing.
I pray 🙏 this Dr will figure me out .
Best wishes !!

Hi Rosemary Just got back from Mayo after 3 days. For me the messge was stay the course with SIBO treatment after twisted colon surgery (which removed by cecal valve). This might be a chronic situation for me. I also have Sjogrens but dont treat it with immunosuppresants as I dont like them ( personal choice). I will say a prayer for you to get answers after 7 years. I have only dealt with this for 2 years now. Sounds like you have done so much to try and figure this out. Hang in there. I dont think they do the Trio Breath Test at Mayo. I asked about it as well. That would probably be through a functional practictioner but Mayo should definitely be able to do an endoscope that goes into the intestines and takes a biopsy/culture. Have you had one of those done yet? I am wishing you all the best. Remember to be your own advocate. If you think there are other doctors you need to see there besides GI for various symptoms do not hesitate to ask. This is your shot to figure it all out so be brave, be strong and politely demanding. They are there to help you!!! Keep us posted.

Rosemary GI Map is also functional medicine. Mayo will not evaluate those results. I asked them and they said no.I am trying to get a future telehealth appointment with their integrative medicine group at Mayo. Will let you know if I have any luck with that group. Wishing you future days of healing soon!

@keetafox thanks for the updates . I’m sure you are happy to be home 🏡!
I’m surprised that Mayo Gastro doesn’t do the GI Mapping or Trio Breath test ? That’s in their wheelhouse ( Gastro).
Functional medicine ( is that covered by insurance)? I didn’t think it was ?
I have a long road ahead unfortunately. I’ve had many colonoscopys and endoscopy’s but not the Entroscopy that goes deeper into small intestines. That’s the one I need them to do .
I’ll know more after televisit on Sept 7 th ! Ugh 😣.. it’s so frustrating and it’s hard to cope most days .
God Bless you .. be well .

GI mapping is functional medicine Trio Breath test is new. Think they use the older version that does not detect hydrogen sulfide Sibo which is what I have. I feel your pain and stress. Feels like we will have to cure ourselves most days hang in there