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Pleasant-Owl9889

First time hope in 8 years

Hey,

Since 8 years I have Heartburn and reflux issues. I had a gastroscopy twice, both time in calm phases, because I had to waited so long for the appointment. A lot of doctors told me " you just have to relax", "its just Stress", it's psychosomatic. They told me both gastroscopies were normal, so there isnt anything to do now, "just relax". I fought further. All blood tests were ok except for iron (ferritin). I wanted more tests. Yesterday I had the test for fructose intolance (H2 breath test) and it came out, that I have enorm fructose intolance. My gut cannot resolve it. It builds gases in the gut, that put pressure on the stomach. I will get food counsilling to learn to eat correct with this condition. The first time in 8 years I have hope that my Problems will get better. That Suffering every day will get better, because first time a medical test showed an issue. Next week I have the test for lactose intolance. Hope that this won't be positive too, otherwise there is not much to each.

So, please don't give up. If doctors tell you they have done all they can, maybe there IS something more. Heads up!

Posted Dec 6, 2025, 6:20 PM UTC

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