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Suggest Treatment For Acid Reflux And Shortness Of Breath
My dad has been suffering from having acid reflux and has the hiccups for 3 years. We were informed that he also has a swallowing issue and the lung specialist wanted him to have a feeding tube. He gasps for air at times and causes him to have shortness of breath. Can you tell me what I can do or refer me to a specialist that can help him
Mon, 23 Oct 2017
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Hiccups are involuntary contractions of the diaphragm — the muscle that separates your chest from your abdomen and plays an important role in breathing. Each contraction is followed by a sudden closure of your vocal cords, which produces the characteristic "hic" sound...
So many causes for hiccups but acid reflex is one of the cause for long term hiccups.
Taketab. Nexium before breakfast
Head end elevation
Avoid spicy fatty food at night
Frequent small meals
If symptoms not improved consult your doctor
Hiccups are involuntary contractions of the diaphragm — the muscle that separates your chest from your abdomen and plays an important role in breathing. Each contraction is followed by a sudden closure of your vocal cords, which produces the characteristic "hic" sound...
So many causes for hiccups but acid reflex is one of the cause for long term hiccups.
Taketab. Nexium before breakfast
Head end elevation
Avoid spicy fatty food at night
Frequent small meals
If symptoms not improved consult your doctor
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