Yervoy and Stomach Issues

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Yervoy and Stomach Issues

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- August 26, 2011 at 4:43 pm
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Lisa13
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I've had a hiatal hernia and acid reflux for years. I just started Yervoy 2 weeks ago and both of these conditions have worsened. My acid reflux is so bad today that I'm dizzy, nauseus and have burning in my chest. 2 of these symptoms can be side effects of Yervoy, so I"m not sure which one it's related to. That being said, does anyone whose been on or is currently being treated with Yervoy experience any of these symptoms? Especially if they had prior stomach issues.

Lisa – Stage 4 lung mets

I've had a hiatal hernia and acid reflux for years. I just started Yervoy 2 weeks ago and both of these conditions have worsened. My acid reflux is so bad today that I'm dizzy, nauseus and have burning in my chest. 2 of these symptoms can be side effects of Yervoy, so I"m not sure which one it's related to. That being said, does anyone whose been on or is currently being treated with Yervoy experience any of these symptoms? Especially if they had prior stomach issues.

Lisa – Stage 4 lung mets

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- - August 26, 2011 at 7:49 pm
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  emilypen
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  Hey Lisa,
  
  Jay had bad heartburn long before any type of treatment, and since starting the various clinical trials was put on 150mg of Zantac ( 1 every 12 hrs) if he misses a dose or forgets to take it the heartburn is definitely worse than it has ever been in the past.
  
  I've also noticed he burps more often now… lol
  
  You mentioned in a previous post that you had a rash on your face, he does as well. Just showed up recently and he has just had his 3rd dose.
  
  Em
- - August 26, 2011 at 7:49 pm
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  emilypen
  Participant
  Hey Lisa,
  
  Jay had bad heartburn long before any type of treatment, and since starting the various clinical trials was put on 150mg of Zantac ( 1 every 12 hrs) if he misses a dose or forgets to take it the heartburn is definitely worse than it has ever been in the past.
  
  I've also noticed he burps more often now… lol
  
  You mentioned in a previous post that you had a rash on your face, he does as well. Just showed up recently and he has just had his 3rd dose.
  
  Em

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