Tuesday, January 08, 2008
when my acid reflux occurs, it makes me nauseated and dizzy. i have lost a total of 16 pounds and six weeks, behind not able to eat. iam down to one meal a day(lunch)
is this normal?
i can't eat
frightenedfool
7/21/09 11:57pm
I know exactly how you feel. I'm 26 and Im having an awful time. I've lost alot of weight and like you I'm down to 1 meal a day. When I get these I feel as though I'm having a heart attack. I have so much pain, I get really dizzy, and some times I actually get sick to my stomach. If you have any information on foods to eat and foods to stay away from please let me know my email is Keesee_Jennifer@yahoo.com
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Hi Gabrielle,
I know it's tough dealing with something like acid reflux. Nausea and dizziness are common and uncommon symptoms of GERD (Acid Reflux) There are steps you can take to reduce your episodes and reduce the severity of your episodes.
First off, I hope you are seeing a doctor, and if you aren't you should seek professional help. We can offer suggestions but ultimately your doctor knows best. That being said, there are some great resources here online to help you through this. To read about GERD and find tips on how to cope with the lifestyle changes, you can get the basics for understanding the problem here. The symptoms database is a good place to start if you are having a symptom you want information about. It will also help you prepare questions you need to ask of your doctor.
There are some steps you can take to help lessen the acid reflux. You should be eating 5-6 small meals a day. Snacking sortof, not eating one big meal a day. Not eating late in the evening before bed is also recommended. When you sleep, you can sleep elevated and/or on your left side. That will help ease some of the nighttime problems. You can read more about treatment and alternatives here.
Finally there are lots of folks in the same position as you who have shared their stories and hints for coping here online. You can read from our resident experts, like Dr Eisner (his profile and postings located here) Jan Gambino writes alot about infant GERD, but has some great insight into how to deal with it on a daily basis. (Her profile and postings located here)
Most of all, don't give up! There are lots of folks here to support you. If you are having a bad day login and let us know. I am sure someone else has been where you are and can offer some words of encouragement and support. We're here for you!
Please stay in touch and let us know how you are doing!
Vicki M
OH MY GOODNESS, THANK YOU!! I FEEL A BIT RELEAVED TO KNOW THAT IAM NOT THE ONLY PERSON THAT IS SUFFERING LIKE THIS. IAM SORRY TO HEAR SO MANY PEOPLE ARE SUFFERING, BUT I STARTED TO FEEL ISOLATED. YES, I DO SEE A GI DOCTOR. HE HAS RECOMMENDED SURGERY. I WAS PUT ON NEXIUM, PROTONIX, AND ZERGERID. IAM DEPRESSED, EMOTIONAL, AND HAVING ALOT OF FEARS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONCERNS AND INSIGHT. YOUR OPINIONS, AND ADVICE ARE MORE THAN WELCOME
GABRIELLE!!!
Hi Gabrielle,
There is an excellent tool here in the Acid Reflux treatment section. If you want some information about the medicines you are taking this is a good place to start. You might also consider that the medicines you are taking are not working as effectively as another combination might. That would be something to speak to your doctor about, but this database will give you a good start. What kind of surgery does your doctor want you to have? Some of the options are listed here.
Try not to get depressed! You are definitely not alone.
Vicki M
good morning,
thank you for your thoughts. on wednesday,01-16-08, i go in to speak with the surgeon, but my gi doctor, after reading the tests that the surgeon ordered, said, that i would need the surgery. they will attempt wrap my upper intestine around my esphagus. does that sound familiar to you?
Hi Gabrielle,
There are surgical options with explanations located here. Take a look at that and I will also and we'll figure out if your surgery is there.
Take care! Stay in touch!
Vicki M
Hi Gabrielle,
Being sick all the time, especially when you can't eat and you are probably having problems sleeping too. I think sometimes the gagging happens because you are anticipating the acid reflux. Make sure you are taking small small small meals. Just try to snack on things that won't turn your stomach. There is some really good diet information here. I will quote a little of it.
"People with heartburn should avoid or reduce consumption of foods and beverages that contain caffeine, chocolate, peppermint, spearmint, and alcohol. Both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee increase acid secretion. "
There are also some tips for sleeping at night if you have GERD and medicines that are not good. Aspirin for one.
Please stay in touch and let us know what's going on. Also let us know when you have your surgery.
Vicki M
good morning,
i will have my surgery on 02-19-08. the reason why it was so difficult for me to digest food was because ( ifeel) i was on so many medications. so you know what, i took myself off of everything except the zegerid. i lost a total of 29 pounds so far. iam really frightened of the surgery!!! did you lose weight after the surgery?
Hi Gabrielle,
If surgery is the way for you to gain some relief, then it's a good thing! If you are worried about the surgery from a technical standpoint, you can read more about the surgeries for Acid Reflux here. It's perfectly normal for you to be a bit nervous, but your doctor knows you and knows what is best.
Stay in touch and let us know how you are doing. If you are feeling up to it, it would be great if you would start a journal about your experience so others can share and learn from your journey. You can make a sharepost here.
Type at you soon!!
Vicki M
Hi Gabrielle,
You said your surgery is scheduled for next tuesday. How are you doing? Are you ready for it? We'll be thinking about you next week. Make sure you check in and let us know how you are feeling as soon as you are well enough to be on the computer.
Take care!
Vicki M