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Hi, i have burning pain in my stomach. gastroscopy was clear. ultrasound clear. i do take paracetamol & codeine every day for 7 years and have ibs?

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Could be: Try taking antatcids to see if that helps. Avoid codeine as it can cause constipation

Answered 6/14/2015

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Too long: Long-term use of multiple pain medications is a problem. There are cases where it is necessary, but most often not. As the other Dr noted, this can cause constipation and you already suffer IBS. Please consult doctor to find better treatment. Be sure to discuss diet, etc. in detail. You're too young to not get this under control! Best wishes.

Answered 5/28/2016

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Ongoing clinical tri: Non-ulcer dyspepsia is sometimes called functional dyspepsia. That is, other causes for dyspepsia such as duodenal ulcer, stomach ulcer, acid reflux and oesophagitis, gastritis are not the cause.The pathogenesis of non-ulcer dyspepsia remains unknown. most controlled trials show that PPI reduce severity of symptoms, in 50-60%, but no more efffective than placebo. Rx HP may bring partial relie

Answered 4/2/2019

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