HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Breathing Difficulty While Suffering From GERD?

Hello, I have been diagnosed with GERDs and Barrettes Esophagitis. The last endoscopy was clear on the Barrett s. I take prescription strength Nexium for the Gerds. I m a runner and I am having trouble breathing when I workout and run now. This started almost exactly after the Gerds became problematic. Could it be related? I m not sure which doctor to see. The pulmonary dr. Thinks it s exercised induced asthma, and at first I agreed it sounded right, albeit coincidental. But the inhaler doesn t help. Today I ran and it actually felt like the airway was restricted or small. I had to cut my run in half. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you! Joyce
Mon, 12 Jun 2017
Report Abuse
Psychiatrist,  's  Response
Hello,

For your GERD you have to consult a gastroenterologist. You may require endoscopy for the confirmation of GERD. GERD is treatable with few months of course and it is mostly associated with nutritional deficiency which leads to anemia. Have you got your hemoglobin checked? Anemia is one of the major reasons for fatigue and difficulty breathing. In your case anemia can be the problematic cause.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Prashant Gohil
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Breathing Difficulty While Suffering From GERD?

Hello, For your GERD you have to consult a gastroenterologist. You may require endoscopy for the confirmation of GERD. GERD is treatable with few months of course and it is mostly associated with nutritional deficiency which leads to anemia. Have you got your hemoglobin checked? Anemia is one of the major reasons for fatigue and difficulty breathing. In your case anemia can be the problematic cause. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Prashant Gohil