Has anyone taking Prilosec experienced a feeling of a lump in their throat?
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It sounds like the Prilosec isn't working, since a lump in the throat is actually a sign of acid reflux.  \n\nIn addition to the Prilosec, you need to be aware of the GERD triggers -- carbonated drinks, caffeine. sorbitol (aka, avoid sugarfee gum), etc.  I am on another GERD medication and have had to completely cut those elements from my life so I can function without continual throat clearing. I feel for you -- the lump in the throat issue is annoying, distracting, and somewhat depressing, since you are on a med which SHOULD be taking care of it.\n\nTalk to your doctor -- good luck!
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you may have gerd. otc drugs wont help u need a stronger pill like ogastro and also stress brings on these type of symptoms so talk to your doctor again and see how u can adjust your meds to something else.
725456
First, you have to visit your doctor to be more sure how you are going to resolve this problem. Is very important  to take a balance diet and eat healthy food (vegetables, grill meat, fruits etc)Anyways you can try galviscon, or prilosec. Now if you still having syntoms take azantac (their have diferent values) and if its worst take Nexium the purple pill. Please!!!!!! Eat at your hours, that is too necesary. Dont' give to your stomach long lapses of time without  meals. Take care...I don't want more people like me (with acid refluxs) that is really sad...And again take care because your life is very important!
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Globus pharyngeus.  I had this for a long time and it got so bad I had to sleep sitting up because I felt like I was choking.  With some new medication I haven't had it in like 5 months.
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After I got mine removed I came home that day and was like "wow that was nothing! I feel fine!" I was eating normal and drinking normal. Then like the 2nd night I felt like my throat was literally on fire! I couldn't eat anything and could hardly drink. The only thing that helped me was some cool fluids like Gatorade and even a little jello. I didn't drink anything hot, my throat was already on fire, and freezing cold stuff like ice cream didn't feel good either. Keep pushing the fluids, it's really the only thing you can do, and make sure you finish your antibiotics. I was still feeling like crap 4-5 weeks after getting them removed. It's going to take a while to feel 100% better. Good luck!
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It can yes..\n\nHow old are you?  I would definately get checked out for these symptoms as they are closely related to other diseases as well.  There are tests and then medication to control GERD, but I am worried about other causes.  Get a checkup ASAP!  Take care and be well.\n\nP.S.  I know it sounds awful, but try a teaspoon of Apple Cider Vinegar....I hear that works over all the drugs! :)
1006754
They are similar. I take protonix and have taken prilosec. I like the protonix better.
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what you are seeing with his tongue is a side effect of reglan an extrapyrimadial symptom related to his neuromuscular system.In the past reglan was used as an anti psychotic.Have you told the doc about this?It is very important that you do.Colic is excessive gas and is a symptom of Gerd.He needs to be taken off the reglan as soon as possible.I suspect the grunting and redness are side effects too.Tell the doc now.
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well if you can feel yourself swallow and you can feel those bumps its just your esophigus and is normal. if its all around your throat and not just down the middle then you might have a rash or skin tabs or moles or a hundred other things. but yeah if you feel them in a straight line running from top to bottom lining up with the nose perfectly normal.
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Sometimes, when I eat very dry foods eg rice, it literally gets stuck in my chest, so I have to drink and make sure I take tiny bits and eat slow.   Acid reflux actually causes that feeling you mention...food or acid actually pushes up, opens the flap of your esophogus and food rises up.\n\nTry to eat less salty foods, foods with less preservatives, cut out pop and coffee and eat smaller meals and lots more plain cooked veggies and fresh fruit.  Avoid foods that cause you acid reflux.  For me GRAVY is the worst.  I don't get heartburn often but when I do it stays for hours.  \n\nI actually take a spoonful of vinegar, chase it down with water and it cures my heartburn better than any medication can.  Try and see if that helps.  Avoid lying down after eating.  If you can go for a walk and allow your food to digest.  \n\nI dont' know what to suggest as I know a lot of people that have acid reflux and nothing seems to help.  They do however eat a lot of the wrong types of foods which I think is a major cause.  Cut the spices and rich sauces out and have yogurts and soya milk and more healthier food choices and see if it makes a difference.  I know my body FEELS and thanks me when I give it good nutritious food! LOL
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I don't know if it does or not but you should type in Troprol in your google or yahoo search engine and you will be able to get the side effects. I wouldn't be surprised if it could be your medication but check what they say on the presription site. Then call your doctor and report that you are having indigestion so the doctor can put you on another medication. Hope you feel better soon.
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A friend of mine had acid reflux, and she said that she took vinegar pills, and it went away.   Hope you feel better soon. Good Luck
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OK -- the Prilosec is for your GERD, the Zelnorm is for IBS-C and the Lactulose is for liver issues.  Yes, I am familiar with IBS-C (I have it).  Yes, I get the gas and bloating.  However, here are some things which make it worse - \n1) Taking Zelnorm other than the way the little sheet tells you.  My doc didn't tell me to take it 1.2 an hour before breakfast.  He also didn't say to take it without the other meds.  If you are taking them all together, spread them out during the day.\n2) Ingesting iron tablets.  I am low on iron too so I was making that mistake.\n3) Carbonated beverages.  Major gas -- I cut them out and wow!  My life has changed!\n4) Lactulose may cause gas.  Fun, fun, fun.\n5) Dairy.  It's really better for me to avoid dairy, I don't know why.  I can eat aged cheeses and some small amounts of dairy, but no cup of yogurt or glass of milk or bowl of ice cream.  My stomach gets too gassy when I do that.\n\nNow as far as the cramps are concerned ... is it PMS-time?  You see, IBS flares up with the hormone change.  It's just something that happens, even on Zelnorm.  I found that only a lot of soluble fiber would help, so I eat a lot of mashed potatoes the week of my period.\n\nI've found that eating healthy and somewhat safe for IBS (I don't go strict IBS since it's not diarrhea-related) helps me in the long run.  Low on fats, high on chicken, turkey, and fish protein, and lots of veggies, fruits, and grains ... and I really do feel better.  Try it -- it worked for me immediately.  I also quit Zelnorm and I feel 100% better.\n\nGood luck -- I hope this helps!
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what concerns me is the "lump" that you feel in your throat, it could be obstructing your upper airway, so you try to breathe in harder -- and your chest feels tight because of too much negative force exerted when inhaling. \n\nwhen you talk, does it sound "muffled"? have you had any fever recently? that "lump" you feel in your throat, does it hurt?\nthis kind of symptom sounds like something that we would see on a 3-year-old child with epiglottis -- but since you're already using the internet, im guessing that you're already an adult or a teenager, (which epiglottitis is not common among). you should definitely have that checked out. speak to your physician, and let him/her know about your breathing problems as well. he/she should be able to recommend some tests done to you.
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it is very common to get a funny dry feeling in your throat,however please talk to your doctor and have that checked just to be on the safe side.
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Oh, I know! I'm almost 27 frigging years old and STILL have to chew up my pills. I recently had to start taking Prevacid for acid reflux disease and I have to open it up, put the medicine in a cup (which look like teeny tiny white marbles BTW), put it in my mouth, and drink water with it. Although I remember to give my daughter her meds every day... me on the other hand.... take three meds in the a.m. and two meds in the p.m., I cannot remember to take them for the life of me!
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The symptoms are, after you eat, your right side, right under your breast, feels like something is sticking, and it aches. Everything iritates it. You have TERRIBLE heartburn, and acid reflux after you eat anything. I have had my gallbladder taken out, but when you go to the doctor, make sure you ask for hidascan. That eliminates a lot of steps. The surgery is simple, its outpatient surgery, and you only are in the hospital for about five hours, depending on how you feel when you wake up. I had the surgery on a Thursday, and by Monday, was up cleaning house. They make four incisions, and take the gallbladder out on of the openings. The scaring is very little. Afterwards you will experience some of the same symptoms, but without the risk of it exploding, and poisioning your body. Good luck, and I hope this helps.