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What Causes Feeling Of Food Struck In Throat And Shortness Of Breath?
Question: Feel like I have shortness of breath when I'm talking and have bad acid reflex and indigestion, constantly feeling like I have something stuck in my throat and dry mouth.
Brief Answer:
Undergo a endoscopy, if needed barium swallow, later manometry
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
When you are having sensation of some food is struck in the throat that could be due to gastro esophageal reflux disease, but if its very significant then consider to get an endoscopy to rule out any associated condition.
Or just try few things like,
-avoiding spicy and oily food.
-avoid stress and have proper sleep.
-Regular physical activity.
-tab Nexpro 40 mg once a day before breakfast for 4 weeks and later if needed .
If still you are having problem after above measures consider for a barium swallow and if needed manometry.
Hope this information helps you
thank you
Undergo a endoscopy, if needed barium swallow, later manometry
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
When you are having sensation of some food is struck in the throat that could be due to gastro esophageal reflux disease, but if its very significant then consider to get an endoscopy to rule out any associated condition.
Or just try few things like,
-avoiding spicy and oily food.
-avoid stress and have proper sleep.
-Regular physical activity.
-tab Nexpro 40 mg once a day before breakfast for 4 weeks and later if needed .
If still you are having problem after above measures consider for a barium swallow and if needed manometry.
Hope this information helps you
thank you
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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