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What Causes Shortness Of Breath Along With Wheezing?
Question: I am I am having problems with shortness of breath with wheezing with not able to catch my breath especially when walking I have a lot of gase coming from the chest below the throat area and the upper stomach area. It's very uncomfortable. XXXX@yahoo
Brief Answer:
GERD/gastritis/secondary lung infection/cardiovascular problems to rule out
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concerns.
1. Having gas coming from your chest below the throat area and upper stomach are suggestive of possible acid reflux or gastritis. Upper endoscopy and abdominal ultrasound will help run into correct diagnosis.
Taking:
- antacids after meal
- PPIs in the morning
- simethicone for bloating
- probiotics to stabilize intestinal flora
and changes in your diet:
- eat often, small portions and chew up slowly
- avoid drinking with pipes
- avoid alcohol/spicy/chilly foods/drinks
will help giving some gas relief.
2. Having shortness of breath with wheezing especially when walking are suggestive for possible lung infection/allergy that is determined by :
- a good physical examination (auscultation)
- chest X-ray
- respiratory tests
It is common to have lung infections/allergy when acid reflux (GERD) is present due to aspiration of acid liquid of stomach into airways.
3. Taking into account your age (71 years old), cardiovascular problems should be also considered and ruled out by:
- ECG
- echocardiogram
- Stress test
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
GERD/gastritis/secondary lung infection/cardiovascular problems to rule out
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concerns.
1. Having gas coming from your chest below the throat area and upper stomach are suggestive of possible acid reflux or gastritis. Upper endoscopy and abdominal ultrasound will help run into correct diagnosis.
Taking:
- antacids after meal
- PPIs in the morning
- simethicone for bloating
- probiotics to stabilize intestinal flora
and changes in your diet:
- eat often, small portions and chew up slowly
- avoid drinking with pipes
- avoid alcohol/spicy/chilly foods/drinks
will help giving some gas relief.
2. Having shortness of breath with wheezing especially when walking are suggestive for possible lung infection/allergy that is determined by :
- a good physical examination (auscultation)
- chest X-ray
- respiratory tests
It is common to have lung infections/allergy when acid reflux (GERD) is present due to aspiration of acid liquid of stomach into airways.
3. Taking into account your age (71 years old), cardiovascular problems should be also considered and ruled out by:
- ECG
- echocardiogram
- Stress test
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
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