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DiscussionChronic GERD and esophageal issues
Digestive Health | Last Active: Dec 18, 2023 | Replies (9)Comment receiving replies
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I had the exactly feeling behind my chest. It was also the after effects of Covid, had it twice. I was looking for treatments on FB, googled, bought health books. I was swallowing all the time. It felt like a lump behind my thyroid. There was definitely an irritation in my esophagus. The feeling behind my chest felt like Pneumonia. The worst part was that i couldn't sleep. One time i did not sleep for a week. I sat up and was very depressed. I broke down on a Saturday morning. My husband made an appointment with our fam practitioner who was 375km from us. He prescribed Venlor and Brazepam-6. At least it helped me to sleep. I'm also chewing sugar-free gum. It really helped me with the swallowing and heartburn. I drink more water (warm, boiled water with honey and lemon) first thing every morning, through the day and before 19H00 I go to bed. It is much better now. The only prob is that I'm struggling with constipation now.
Welcome @prafu. I moved your message to the Digestive Health group here: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/digestive-gastrointestinal-problems/ I did this since your question is not about Esophageal Cancer and to connect you with other members who are dealing with GERD and esophageal spasms.
You may wish to review these related discussions:
– Esophagus issues: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/esophagus-issues/
- Esophageal disorder - don’t know what to eat https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/esophageal-motility-disorder-dont-know-what-to-eat/
Esophageal Spasms — Peppermint Lozenges https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/esophageal-spasms-peppermint-lozenges/
- Covid Recovery: How can I manage GI issues? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/covid-recovery-and-gi-pain/