[Verified Answer]: A 27-year-old male with a history of…

A 27-year-old male with a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and generalized anxiety disorder has been to the hospital18 times this year for upper abdominal pain. He mentioned that his abdominal pain has no relationship to his diet and that he has lost 30 pounds this year due to the pain. Every time the doctor requested the patient get an upper endoscopy and