Bloating and gas - #9749

Patient Name: Rishant Age/Sex: [Not Provided] Date: [Insert Date] Chief Complaints: Chronic bloating and excessive gas Choking sensation (especially during severe gas episodes) Throat irritation Noisy and watery sounds from the stomach Recurrent feeling of fullness and stomach discomfort History of Present Illness: Patient reports suffering from bloating and gas for several years. In the past year, symptoms worsened significantly, leading to choking-like sensation. An endoscopy was performed, and the patient was diagnosed with erosive gastritis. Since then, the patient has been on multiple medications, with partial or temporary relief. Currently, the patient still experiences: Persistent throat irritation Stomach bloating and gas Choking sensation Stomach producing noisy and watery sounds Previous Investigations: Upper GI Endoscopy: Erosive Gastritis (as per patient report) Assessment: Chronic Erosive Gastritis Likely GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) contributing to throat symptoms Possible Functional Dyspepsia / IBS Rule out H. pylori infection, food intolerances, or SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) Further Workup (if not already done): H. pylori stool antigen or urea breath test Abdominal ultrasound Complete blood count, LFTs Lactose/fructose intolerance tests if suspected Please mention the medication you are taking. Dr Shayeque Reza MD 9800280276 Follow up soon