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Could An Endoscopy Cause Breathlessness While Experiencing Something Stuck In The Throat Feeling, Constipation, Post Nasal Drip And Belching?

Posted on Thu, 25 Jan 2024

Question: I had something stuck in the throat feeling . And after PPIS I developed constipation , post nasal drip and belching . Underwent an endoscopy , and developed a shortness of breath feeling the next day . Had a x Ray , liver function test , colonoscopy , CT abdomen all showed a normal report . Did endoscopy cause the shortness of breath ?

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (49 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
throat feeling seems acid reflux related.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I have read your query thoroughly.

* Stuck feeling in the throat is related to reflux acid induced irritation of mucosa.

* Shortness of breath seems anxiety related more likely and anesthesia related
less likely.

Kindly provide further details so that I can answer your query completely.

1. Currently have you any problem in swallowing ?
2. Give bowel movements details.
3. How many days have passed after endoscopy ?
4. What is current breathing status ?
5. Are you having normal sleep pattern ?

Awaiting for your response.
Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (1 hour later)

Hello doc,
Thanks for answering . Your answers
1)no difficulty swallowing
2) erratic bowel movements. 2 days off PPIs self . Bowel movements getting normal . Little delay
3) a month since endoscopy
4) I feel that I'm not being able to take in breath properly . Is it LPR related breathing issues or endoscopy related . I don't have anxiety issue . Though most docs I have seen are prescribing anti depresents with no relief
5) can't get a good sleep . Waking up very often
Also , I lost a lot of weight and appetite is low

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (42 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
follow up .

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the details.

* Breathing discomfort is due to altered homeostasis of respiration from various
issues not related to endoscopy.

* My guidelines at present

- Consume more liquids.
- Add intake of fresh yogurt of around 200 grams in daily food intake.
- Do regular walking in fresh air, deep breathing exercises and YOGA.
- Manage to have regular sound sleep of 7 hours with the help of meditations.

- Avoid smoking or alcohol consumption if doing.
- Add regular intake of honey for appetite and weight concern.
- Keep a regular chart of weight.

Hope this information will help you.
Welcome for further doubts.

Regards take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (2 days later)

Doc ,
I'm still having breathing issues and a little delay in motility with slightly hardened stool , also I can taste something salty/sour when I clear my throat , the belching has decreased since I'm off PPIs but when I burp I can still vividly taste the contents of my stomach . If it is reflux related should I consider surgery , I just want the breathing to feel better and have a good appetite .

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
follow up .

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Welcome for follow up.

* Breathing issues will best be handled with deep breathing exercises, it will settle
with time.
* Add intake of bulk forming laxative as ispaghula husk or psyllium fiber for hard
stools, that will help in sour throat as well.
* Surgery is not a need at this point even though it is partly related to reflux.

Regards.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj