Persistent dry cough and abdominal discomfort

[Living-in-the-moment]

Hi I have had Rheumatoid Arthritis for 42 years, during that time I have had lots of different medications. For years now I have suffered from reflux, at one time I had an hiatus hernia which has gone. Despite being careful with my diet, avoiding things that set it off and eating small meals, I am coughing for about 3 hours after meals, I have bloating and a small amount if regurgitation. I take esameprazole and gavisgon. I was referred to a gastroenterologist who ordered a gastroscopy and a ct scan to rule out cancer. Thankfully both results were fine, however he has discharged me despite the fact that my symptoms remain. I asked what I should do and he said go to my GP. Round and round in circles, anybody had a similar experience? Wondering how to get help.

Thanks

[Jenny_F]

have they checked that its not something else causing the acid reflux that isn't stomach related? For example an enlarged spleen can cause this or other conditions

[Living-in-the-moment in reply to Jenny_F]

I hadn't heard that, thanks I will look into it.

[Jumpey]

It's possible you have a problem with your oesophagal sphincter. There are manmometry tests for this to establish if fundlopocation surgery is appropriate.

[Living-in-the-moment in reply to Jumpey]

Thanks