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BT4

Updated 1y ago

Shortness of Breath from Acid Reflux?

Has anyone felt short of breath from their acid reflux?

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amg123

2y

Yes ! It definitely causes me to be short of breath at times
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BT4

2y

I had no idea that was a symptom but it makes so much sense. For years i didnt know why i felt short of breath. Glad i am not the only one!
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bananaz

2y

Yes, especially after eating sometimes, if i eat too fast but also just randomly, doesnt need to be a lot of food either. It’s like my body gets overwhelmed and doesnt know how to work anymore. Moving around helps
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anemone

2y

yes, and i also developed a cough due to inflammation of the airways. (there's actually a diagnosis called "adult onset gerd-related asthma" for that situation!). omeprazome got rid of all the symptoms of it, in my case, but it's supposedly not advisable for more than a few weeks, much less a full year like i've been on it!
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slothtastic36

2y

definitely! between my GERD and anxiety, i have chest tightness/shortness of break more often than not it feels like 🥲
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BT4

2y

I also have anxiety so I didnt know what was causing the shortness of breath.
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Cconnor97

2y

Yes also I cough a lot when in bed and it’s been bad lately even when I’m not eating or before I eat
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Ashleyyy

2y

I bought a bed wedge that has helped me tremendously. It took a little bit to get used to, but sleeping at an angle has helped my GERD so much. If I lie flat, it’s just like an invitation into my throat for hours every day
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BT4

2y

never heard of a bed wedge. Where did you get it?
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slothtastic36

2y

seconding this, i love my bed wedge!! i actually have one that goes under the mattress so the whole bed is inclined rather than just a small wedge and it’s so much more comfortable, worth the investment if you’re ever looking for something a bit nicer!
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Mandelion

2y

So when I’m anxious or have a lot going on, it causes me to be short of breath sometimes so that anxiety messes with my stomach causing burping or reflux.
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Mija

2y

Toothpaste will not remove the stomach acid odor that our lungs struggle to expel. Fresh air from the freezer helps. 🙌
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Mimi92

2y

Yep. Very scary when it's happening!

The content in this post is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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