One early morning, I suddenly woke up with a sharp pressure in my upper abdomen. It was a type of pain I had never experienced before, and I panicked, wondering if I had come down with some kind of illness. I hurriedly searched online, but even the so-called ocean of information couldn’t provide an answer. I tried to go back to sleep, but the pain wouldn’t subside, and I spent the entire night tossing and turning.
By morning, the discomfort and burning sensation around my upper abdomen still lingered. The pain was so intense that even drinking water—or simply swallowing—became difficult. I immediately went to a nearby clinic. The doctor couldn’t identify the exact cause either, and simply advised me to avoid spicy foods and prescribed some medicine. He also recommended an endoscopy at another hospital if the pain persisted.
Three days passed, and I still felt no improvement. The tightness in my chest kept returning, and eating hot or seasoned food was especially painful. As it became harder to lie down or sleep, I finally decided to go to another hospital for an endoscopy. Since it was my first time undergoing such a procedure, I felt a bit anxious, but the pain left no room for hesitation.
The diagnosis was unexpected. I had thought it might be acid reflux, but it turned out the pain was caused by inflammation in my esophagus. After reviewing the endoscopy results, the doctor asked if I had taken any medication shortly before the symptoms began. That was when I recalled taking a pill that morning. I had assumed I swallowed it properly, but since I didn’t drink enough water, it had become stuck in my esophagus and dissolved there while I slept.
Once I received a clear diagnosis and was prescribed the appropriate treatment, I began to recover quickly.
Looking back on that turbulent week, I realized how important an accurate diagnosis is. The same can be said for our souls. When we face spiritual troubles, only God can truly see what’s wrong and guide us toward healing. I will turn to God Elohim, the doctor of our souls, and seek to become a healthy, strong child through Their healing grace.