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What Causes Heart Burn And Metalic Taste In My Mouth?

I just recently had a colonoscopy and endoscopy because of IBS type symptoms - however - 5 days later and I now have a feeling like something is stuck in my chest, reflux, heartburn at night, a metallic taste in my mouth(worse at night) nausea and tiredness - all of which I never had before!
Mon, 22 Aug 2016
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It sounds like you might have developed acid reflex disease. Also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is backward flow of stomach acid or contents into the mouth or esophagus that causes symptoms of discomfort often described as heartburn, acid indigestion, and metallic taste. About 40% of adults have symptoms of reflux. GERD is usually caused by inappropriate transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxation. Foods that are spicy, acidic, high in fat, caffeines, alcohol, tobacco, and some medications can worse symptoms for reflux. Some people with severe GERD will have evidence of hiatal hernia. I am not sure if you had any dilation of your esophagus during endoscopy, but that could cause symptoms of reflux. Diagnosis is usually based on clinical symptoms and history. Treatment is usually based on eliminating the foods that I stated above. Also, you can try elevating the head of your bed, avoid meals 2 to 3 hours before bedtime, lose weight, tobacco cessation, and avoid alcohol. I would also try a reflux medication that you can get over-the-counter such as protonix, nexium, or Pepcid.
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What Causes Heart Burn And Metalic Taste In My Mouth?

It sounds like you might have developed acid reflex disease. Also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is backward flow of stomach acid or contents into the mouth or esophagus that causes symptoms of discomfort often described as heartburn, acid indigestion, and metallic taste. About 40% of adults have symptoms of reflux. GERD is usually caused by inappropriate transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxation. Foods that are spicy, acidic, high in fat, caffeines, alcohol, tobacco, and some medications can worse symptoms for reflux. Some people with severe GERD will have evidence of hiatal hernia. I am not sure if you had any dilation of your esophagus during endoscopy, but that could cause symptoms of reflux. Diagnosis is usually based on clinical symptoms and history. Treatment is usually based on eliminating the foods that I stated above. Also, you can try elevating the head of your bed, avoid meals 2 to 3 hours before bedtime, lose weight, tobacco cessation, and avoid alcohol. I would also try a reflux medication that you can get over-the-counter such as protonix, nexium, or Pepcid.