Q: I was dx w/gastritis 8 days ago-on Carafate and Prevacid-today pain is much worse upperL abd. What more can be done for the pain?
Are you on an anti-biotic as well? The anti-biotic can throw your system off. Alternately, it's possible that the Prevacid could be causing cramping. My Mom can only take Prevacid briefly before it causes extreme cramping. You should check in with your doctor to see what he suggests. He may want to try different medications or if you are on an anti-biotic you may want to ask about a pro-biotic as the anti-biotics often throw off the balance of our beneficial bacteria as well.
Best of Luck - Stephanie
I just had another thought. How were you diagnosed? Was it based on history and your exam? If so, if there were not any tests done (normal to not do tests right away) and if your symptoms have worsened then you definitely want to check in with your doctor. Many times doctors use a medication trial as a way to verify a diangosis. If you get better then their diagnosis is confirmed. If you don't then they will want to look for other things.
Stephanie
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