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genny

From: stomach pain
Date: 12/10/00
Time: 15:46:44

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i have lost over 30 pounds since august or so. diagnosed with gerd. can't take ppi's as they give me severe muscle cramps and joint pain. have had upper gi, barium swallow, ct liver scan, mri (for head), another ct liver scan, endoscopy with stomach polyps removed. just over 2 weeks ago, started developing muscle weakness in arms and legs. ate at mcdonalds 2 days ago, had big mac, fries, and large coke. i know, stupid. now having severe nausea, pain under ribs, mostly left that goes to back. just don't feel well. weak, muscles hurt. am 51, never smoked occasionally a drink maybe once a year. everything i eat makes me sick. please help

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