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Frequent abdominal pain, GERD for years. CANCER?

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I have a history of GERD and for the last several months have had frequent upper abdominal pain, a pain/soreness and then if I don't have that I have pain in the mid chest and throat burning. I am not nauseated, no vomiting, no bloody stools, no weight loss. I do have a bit of gas and some belching. I am on Carafate and Protonix. About 5 years old patientago I had a Gastroscopy and it showed bile reflux into my stomach but we did not change meds.
I am worried because I am wondering if this could be cancer of my stomach, how likely would that be?

Category: Gastroenterologist, Medical

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Dr. Ratnakar Kini
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Hello.
Thanks for posting your query at DoctorSpring.com
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
There is nothing suggestive of cancer of stomach.
The symptoms you have mentioned are suggestive of GERD.
PPI like Protonix taken for a longer duration will lose its effect. So you need to change to another PPI like Nexium for relief.
Lifetsyle changes are also important. These include-
1. Weight reduction if obese
2. Avoiding coffee, citrus, fatty food, tomatoes, carbonated beverages. onion
3. Avoiding bedtime snacks and going to bed at least 2-3 hours after food.
If you have any of the following you need to undergo endoscopy again -
1. Anemia
2. Loss of appetite
3. Loss of weight
4. Blood vomiting
5. Black stools
6. Difficulty in swallowing.
I hope that answers your question.
Let me know if i can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.


Patient replied :

I have a question, I usually drink a glass of red wine with my dinner, could that also be causing irritation to my stomach?


Expert:  Dr. Ratnakar Kini
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Hello.

Yes, alcohol can cause irritation of the stomach. It is best avoided.

Please follow the recommendations as mentioned earlier and you should find relief.

Let me know if I can assist you any further.

Regards.

Dr. Ratnakar Kini
Category: Hepatologist
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Fellowship - DM - TN Dr.MGR Medical UniversityResidency - TN Dr.MGR Medical University Medical School - Stanely Medical College, TN Dr.MGR Medical University
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