GERD, ulcer

[KayB]

I went for an endoscopy this morning, and the gastroenterologist told me I have GERD and an ulcer at the junction of the esophagus and the stomach.

At least this explains why I've been feeling so lousy. The doctor gave me a prescription for a stronger version of omeprazole and for Pepsid.

Does anyone else have this condition? Any tips or suggestions? I need to get back on tracking my food because I felt better the less I ate.

 

[suzannethemom]

I am so sorry. Did you have sleeve surgery?

 

[JudyNY]

Sorry Kay. I guess it is better to know what is going on and I hope the medication helps. Feel better!

 

[KayB]

I am so sorry. Did you have sleeve surgery?

Yes. I had sleeve surgery on February 25, 2021.

 

[Tokash]

Yes, GERD stinks. I take 40mg 2x a day and supplement with papaya enzyme if it gets bad.

 

[eladams2015]

Sleeve has a really high incidence of GERD - but it is an "easier" surgery, so surgeons tend to gloss over that tibit of info.