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diagnosed with Mobile cecum and redundant colon
For several years now I have been experiencing severe pain in my lower right abdomen that only lasts a minute or too and then goes...
Hiatal Hernia and Gastric Ulcer
18 months ago my hiatal hernia was surgically fixed. Have since been told the motility of my esophagus is not good. A gastroscopy also revealed...
Esophageal dysmotility
Hello I'm not sure this is where I should ask or not but I need help understanding what all this is telling me and if...
Constant nausea and retching after esophagastrectomy
My brother had oesophageal surgery 8 weeks ago and has been readmitted 2x for weight loss and inability to eat in that he feels nauseous...
How to Wean Off MiraLax
I've been on MiraLAX every day for several (5-ish) years and am anxious to get my system functioning naturally again if possible. I tried really...
Importance of diagnosis: MALS? Gastroparesis?
About two months ago, my 16 yr old daughter (who has hEDS) began experiencing severe dizziness, fatigue, and nausea, making it difficult for her to...
What to Eat When I Don't Feel Like Eating?
Hi, I'm having motility issues and am trying to figure out the best way to cope. Most days aren't terrible, but some days I get...
How to replace esomeprazole (Nexium) for epileptic son or take a rest?
Hello, I have an 11 y/o son, he's epileptic and has cerebral Palsy. His neurologist said that he needs a permanent gastric protection because of...
Stomach pain and bloating
Basically four months ago (April 9th) I ate a severely undercooked frozen pizza and have felt like something is stuck in my stomach ever since....
Digestive disorders after heavy lifting
Started out as a pinching pain in lower left abdomen after lifting a motor at work 6 years ago after 3 days no bowel movements...
Yet Undiagnosed Serious G.I. Disorder after Bariatric Surgery
If anyone has symptoms like mine and/or has found a diagnosis or treatment, please let me know.Three years ago, I had bariatric surgery and lost...
Gagging + coughing w/saliva only (possible cricopharyngeal spasm?)
Newbie here… I’ve been to too many doctors and specialists (and even tertiary centers), and nobody has a clue what’s going on. Because my case...
Functional reasons for Low Digestive Enzymes Production
Hi Dear Friends,I have been suffering with Slow Digestion and weight loss issue from past 3 years. Many Tests are done. So far one thing...
Post cecopexy
It’s been 7 years since my cecopexy. The first couple of years I felt quite well. I had suffered from constipation, bloating, cramping and Auden...
Can Tortuous Colon cayse SI dysfunction/chronic back pain?
Hello. I have a severely tortuous colon and also suffer from chronic back pain/joint dysfunction. I believe the two are directly related but of course...
SMAS vs duodenal malrotation
Hello, My last post under SMAS had no reply, so I will try again. On 5/25 I will be having a diagnostic laparoscopy in order...
Levothyroxine Injections due to MCAS and allergy to oral meds
Has anyone else tried injectable levothyroxine due to an allergy or intolerance to oral options? I am hypothyroid and have been taking oral levothyroxine daily...
Sigmoid Colectomy 1 Week Post-Op Experiences and Lessons Learned
I am 8 days post-op from a Scheduled Laparoscopic Sigmoid Colectomy (not robotic laparoscopic). For perspective: 56yo male, runner/weight lifter, vitals and blood work good,...
Why do I have this strangest bowel management routine ever?
That's what I literally call it - my "routine" - and my family all know what it means. And I don't know of anyone else...
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