Gastritis?

[cuchas 51]

I was taking an antibiotic to heal an infection I had. Completely different area than my stomach / mouth. I still hadn't finished the bottle and the last time I had taken a pill was a week before so I thought I should take one yesterday.

I don't know though... When I went to the ER, I wasn't feeling the pain that I do now. It hurts to swallow - like have anything go down. The area past the throat but when it's still going down (chest area) hurts and it's moved to my back. I really don't understand what's going on???

I didn't feel this way until she made me drink that liquid. Is this the symptoms of gastritis? Now I'm panicking I'll never be normal again wtf

Edited May 25, 2016 by cuchas

[Renkoss 420]

No, I don't think that is a symptom of gastritis. Gastritis is basically your digestion/stomach. I would perhaps call and get in to see a gastroenterologist; or at least your primary care doctor as soon as possible. I'd be concerned with something that feels like it is getting stuck in my throat, and moving to the back. That does not sound normal.

[cuchas 51]

I went back to the ER because I realized this wasn't normal! Ren, I saw your comment when I came back and was glad I wasn't going crazy lol the nurse at the ER yesterday just pushed me aside and called it gastritis.

Well, today, I spoke with a doctor. They took an EKG and an X-ray. Nothing is wrong. No way do I even have gastritis! I knew that couldn't be right. I do have esophagitis though. The pills I took yesterday scraped against my esophagus which is why I have pain. It should go away soon all I need to do is eat soft foods

Thank god! Thanks everyone for your answers and help

[animallover1247 249]

I did have GERD prior to the sleeve but I also had a hiatial hernia. I was hoping with the hernia repair the reflux would stop. No such luck. Had an endoscopy about a month ago and it showed gastritis as well. I only eat chicken, fish, cottage cheese, eggs, yogurt and vegetables. No chocolate and no carbonation. After the scope, the surgeon ordered an upper gi. It showed achalasia and esophageal spasms which are uncommon. Right now I am waiting for the insurance to approve botox being inserted into the esophagus to relax the muscle and allow food to pass through as it should. I have been in heartburn hell for three months now.

[CBT 450]

I had erosive gastritis in February and March from super high does of ibuprofen for a preop injury. The surgeon had me on a PPI to try to prevent a problem but it didn't work for me.

It's painful to have many lesions on the stomach lining. It also wore now out!!!

I felt better with something in my stomach than letting it get empty. That was probably related to acid on an empty stomach.

I had an endoscope, 8 weeks on Sucarafate and Protonix. No diet restrictions.

Hope you are feeling better.

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[bellabloom 2,469]

I was admitted to the ER today for Gastritis! Honestly, when I went in, I was just feeling shortness of breath. Afterwards, they ran some tests and made me take a liquid. After the liquid, I felt a hardness in my chest and definitely feel worse than when I went in there.

They said I have to change my diet... to not eat any spicy foods, a lot of Water (the only thing I drink) and you know the rest. Just basic healthy eating. I presume I got this from adding a lot of spice to my food but also these pills I took. They told me not to take them anymore.

Does anyone have experience with Gastritis??? If so, how long did it last? Any tips?

I had a lot of issues with gastritis in the beginning. It was caused by painkillers and too many acidic foods. I stayed on omenaprozele for several months and it healed. Most bariatric surgeons prescribe that by default. If yours doesn't you should consider taking them. They will work. Also no narcotics.