Hi,I am Dr. Shanthi.E (General & Family Physician). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
I have achlorhydria. My stomach ph levels are 7.5. I have developed b-12, iron, and vitamin d deficiencies. I inject 1000mcg of cobalamin daily, take 27 mg iron along with vitamin d supplements daily. I have a history of carcinoid tumors (located only in the stomach) and go for annual endoscope to have them resected. My gastrin level typically exceeds 2000. I have daily nausea and have developed neurological problems such as balance issues and neuropathy. I also have severe weakness especially my legs. I currently take Creon to aid in my digestion but this falls short since I have bought a of loose stools which are fatty and very smelly. I m not sure what else I can do to manage my symptoms better. Any incite would help.
Hi, Welcome to Ask a doctor services. I have read your query & can understand your concern. The treatment of Achlorhydria depends upon what is the pathological condition that is causing your body system to secrete low levels of stomach acids. These acids play an important role in the digestion by releasing digestive enzymes & also kill any pathology(bacteria/ virus) in the stomach, thus protecting us from infections. Achlorhydria can be caused due to infection(H.Pylori) or any other medical condition, you need to connect with the doctor & get treated.
Visit a Neurosurgeon for the weakness developing in the legs without delay, you need medications. Due to inadequate stomach acid your system is having difficulty in absorbing the iron & other minerals into the digestive tracts. Get treated, take care. Regards, Dr Nupur K
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
How Can Achlorhydria Be Treated?
Hi, Welcome to Ask a doctor services. I have read your query & can understand your concern. The treatment of Achlorhydria depends upon what is the pathological condition that is causing your body system to secrete low levels of stomach acids. These acids play an important role in the digestion by releasing digestive enzymes & also kill any pathology(bacteria/ virus) in the stomach, thus protecting us from infections. Achlorhydria can be caused due to infection(H.Pylori) or any other medical condition, you need to connect with the doctor & get treated. Visit a Neurosurgeon for the weakness developing in the legs without delay, you need medications. Due to inadequate stomach acid your system is having difficulty in absorbing the iron & other minerals into the digestive tracts. Get treated, take care. Regards, Dr Nupur K