GERD & Heartburn Support Group

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is defined as chronic symptoms or mucosal damage produced by the abnormal reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus. This is commonly due to transient or permanent changes in the barrier between the esophagus and the stomach. If you are afflicted with GERD or heartburn, join the group and find support.

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rossvic 01/15/2016

I was diagnose by my ENT doctor that I had GERD but yesterday I had my first endoscopy my results were that I had a normal Esophagus but I had mild gastritis. I had been on Protonix 40 mg once a day for about 3 month its seem to help a little but not that much, I still have symptoms of burning feeling on my throat and chest mainly when I drink liquids. My question is if any body had experience having a normal endoscopy and still having GERD symptoms? I Had completed change my diet expect I haven't able to eliminate dairy from my diet but I'm working on it.

Thanks

Lesleygm 01/15/2016

yes no inflammation for me but was told i may have GERD. I rarely have symptoms now and no meds.

i dont have anxiety. makes a huge difference in healing.

anxiety, stress and ptsd seem to be the number one causes of gerd and gastritis.

rossvic 01/15/2016

Thank you Lesley for your answer; it make a lot of sense that anxiety, stress can cause these conditions.

Lesleygm 01/15/2016

Yes,,

just keep working on it. You can get to the point of being symptom free, if you can manage stress and anxiety. That is the hardest part to manage! I notice on the gastritis site anxiety is the common thread for almost everyone. it makes it harder to heal even on a PPI. It can be done it just takes longer.

Dairy does tend to be more of an issue with gastritis not so much with reflux. The stomach often has an issue with dairy. I havent had a flare for a long time now but I used soy milk instead. I would add a bit of Stevia to it but that can annoy the stomach for some. So have it plain if you try it.

rossvic 01/17/2016

Thank you Lesley for taking time it give me so much advice because I need so much right now :)

WhiteDolphin 01/23/2016

You can have GERD and a normal esophagus. It means the GERD hasnt damaged your esophagus yet. You need too continue meds to help symptoms and keep your esophagus from damage. If your medication isnt relieving ypur symptoms well enough then you should talk to your dr. That burning is acid that can damage the esophagus and with a different dose or med it can eliminate the symtptoms. Also thefe ars foods that caan cause symptoms like caffeine chocolate and for me Tomatoes. Also of course fried foods and overeating.

rossvic 01/26/2016

Thanks whitedolphin, I follow a very strict diet and using a lot of natural supplements; Thank you God, This are getting better and having less burning :)

gramybear 02/10/2016

Was the doctor able to explain your results to you so you understand why you have mild gastritis? How are you feeling now? Please let everyone know how you are doing. Hugs

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