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What Causes Frequent Acid Reflux During Sleep And Choking While Eating?

I frequently have acid reflux at night while sleeping. Lately I have begun getting choked while eating, to the point of needing someone to help me with the Heimlich maneuver. Are these connected? This has happened 3 or 4 times in the past year or so.
Fri, 17 Feb 2017
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Hello,
Thankyou for asking your question at health care magic

GERD (Gastro Esophageal Reflux disease )occurrs when gastric acid regurgitate into the esophagus.
GERD presents wirh chest discomfort and burning sensation in chest.Some people also have choking sensation and tightness of throat.

I suggest that you consult with your doctor for your symptoms. Depending on the severity and duration of symptoms, your doctor will recommend additional investigations, life style modifications alone or along with trial of medication (like antacids, proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole or H2 blockers like ranitidine)

Mean while you can try these life style changes to help control symptoms
-avoid spicy food,and fried fatty food
-avoid alchohol and smoking
-reduce weight if required ,regular exercise
-do not go to bed/lay down soon (at least 3 hours)after eating
-Raise head end of bed by 6 inches by using wood blocks under bed legs

Hope I was able to answer your questions
Please feel free to address any more concerns
Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi
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What Causes Frequent Acid Reflux During Sleep And Choking While Eating?

Hello, Thankyou for asking your question at health care magic GERD (Gastro Esophageal Reflux disease )occurrs when gastric acid regurgitate into the esophagus. GERD presents wirh chest discomfort and burning sensation in chest.Some people also have choking sensation and tightness of throat. I suggest that you consult with your doctor for your symptoms. Depending on the severity and duration of symptoms, your doctor will recommend additional investigations, life style modifications alone or along with trial of medication (like antacids, proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole or H2 blockers like ranitidine) Mean while you can try these life style changes to help control symptoms -avoid spicy food,and fried fatty food -avoid alchohol and smoking -reduce weight if required ,regular exercise -do not go to bed/lay down soon (at least 3 hours)after eating -Raise head end of bed by 6 inches by using wood blocks under bed legs Hope I was able to answer your questions Please feel free to address any more concerns Regards, Dr.Lekshmi