Acid Reflux

I have read many things on line about Acid Reflux and the effects you could have from GERD and the one thing that bothered me was Throat Cancer.

I am in my early 40's, diagnosed with Acid Refux last month and suffer with Crohns Disease for most of my life.

First symptom I got was early August when it felt like a lump in the throat which I initially went to my local GP and he prescribed 15mg Lansoprazole and Peptac which I started taking.

I found that the prescription wasn't working so ended up going back and I was given 20mg Pantoprazole and 10mg Metoclopramide and asked to provide stool sample, blood test and GP was arranging Gastroscopy.

Since seeing the GP about a week ago, I have been elminating various foods and drinks, altered how I sleep which has helped but I have had acid maybe once since taking the course, bloating in my stomach and what feels like a lump in my throat. My throat does however feel ok when I get up in the morning.

Now could it be the Metoclopramide causing the lump in my throat? Is Crohns Disease playing apart in this? I don't know with having Crohns Disease if I have diahorrea or not with having loose stools everytime I have a bowel movment.

I hate to trouble my local GP with every single ailment so I thought I may get an answer on here just to put my mind at rest.

  • Hello Bobby2013, 

    A big welcome to our forum! 

    Unfortunately no one here will have the medical knowledge to answer your questions and as your GP is best aware of your particular circumstances and medical history, I think the best thing to do would be to get in touch with your doctor and ask him/her these questions. Your GP will definitely be in the best position to tell you whether the metoclopramide is causing the lump in your throad and to tell you more as to whether your Crohn's Disease might be playing a part in this. 

    Don't worry though you won't be troubling your GP at all - that's what they are there for and they will be very happy to help you. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Thank You for getting back to me Lucie.

    I have started compiling a list of ailments that have come apparent and a diary of a typical day of what I eat and drink, medication taken, when I have an issue and bowel movements. I will take this to my GP when I see him next..

    Thanks again

    Regards

    Bobby

     

  • That is an excellent idea Bobby as it will help your GP get the full picture of what is going on. 

    Best of luck with your appoinment, 

    Lucie