Hello,
My name is Adam Lowry, 56 Yr/old male, 210 +/- / 6'2", good health, active.
Comprehensive recommended diet link please. I have bi-weekly episodes where I feel bloated, stomach-ache, nauseous, weak, out of balance when standing, and my vision is skewed.
My gastroenterologist, Dr. Mohammed Shafi, keeps me on a tight rein, but something in my diet may be causing episodes. Have done multiple endoscopies, colonsoscopies, camera-pill therapy, medication changes. Currently using dicyclomine (1-20mg / 2X daily), mesalamine (2-daily) for colitis, and pantoprazole (1-40mg) for GERD and Barrets. Input please.
Episodes are causing me anxiety / stress / concern in regard to my good work history, and employment.
History: Childhood abuse survivor. Alcoholism / Addiction recovery 24.5 years, i.e., psychotherapy, group / family group attendance, AA, Al-Anon, ACA. Many childhood antagonists arrested, i.e. GAD, Hypervigilance, triggered-behaviors.
Thanks to all for your time, and consideration.
A. Lowry
Henderson, Nv.
Hello @adamlowry and welcome to Mayo Connect. I can understand your frustration at not being able to find a treatment for your health issues. It appears that you and your doctor have been diligent in trying to find an answer.
As I look at the last paragraph in your post, I see that your history shows a real effort to deal with issues. I applaud you for that.
It might be helpful to get a second opinion from a multidisciplinary health care center such as Mayo Clinic or a university medical school. These types of health care systems can be very good with hard to diagnose issues.
Would you be able to get a second opinion at one of these facilities?