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Anyone had serious weight loss related to H Pylori gp will not refer me to gastro as I had tests done last year found hitus hernia was advise to take gaviscon

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kiddy

Hi I would ask to see another dr. You want answers for weight loss. Get bloods done for thyroid etc.

Best Wishes

Debbie

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Lina-61 in reply to kiddy

Thank you they have done all blood tests found nothing wrong I'm at my wits end

Lina

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Maverick2

Are you on gaviscon? I guess it is an antiacid which suppresses stomach acid secretion. stomach acid keeps some pathogen under check.

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Lina-61 in reply to Maverick2

Was told to take that but its vile stuff to drink

Lina

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