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Suggest Treatment For Heaviness While Breathing And Distended Stomach

Posted on Fri, 24 Jul 2015

Question: having heaviness while breathing , motions not clear, stomach distension , no pain. blood test done, everything fine.

Answered by Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please upload reports and more information

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I share your concern
Heaviness while breathing is a matter of concern, which might be related to constipation or abdominal distension.

I would like more information to help you better
Relevant medical history
Since how long you have this problem?
Are you feeling chest discomfort, palpitations or sweating?
Have you taken any medicine?
can you able to pass flatus (gas through anus)

If possible, upload me all the reports for better assessment of the condition.
Monitor and measure abdominal girth.
Please revert back to me with all the details and reports so that I will be able to tell you more accurately.
Best wishes

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (17 hours later)

I had it for almost 6-7 months and took medical prescription. some relief is there but some times it crops up again, if some fried food is taken (I think). Took sonography test all clear except fatty liver. none of the above mentioned problems which you have asked, persists.

Answered by Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
It seems to be acid peptic disease, please follow healthy dietary changes

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your reply
Looking at your detailed history it seems to be gastrointestinal disorder most likely acid peptic disease due to stomach hyperacidity or Hiatus hernia
Fatty liver may be contributing factor to your symptoms

Please follow these guidelines
Avoid fatty fried spicy and junk food or carbonated drinks
Say no to smoking and drinking
Have small and frequent meals
Avoid overeating
Have lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
Don't lie down immediately after food
Anti acidity medicines like pantoprazole or omeprazole with antacids are advisable for 10 to 15 days

If it doesn't improve with that than you should consult a gastroenterologist for an X ray chest and an endoscopy if need be.

Hope this answers your question
Please feel free to ask for more information I will be happy to help you
wish you good health
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E

Follow up: Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (1 hour later)

thankyou for the reply.
One more point I would like to mention is that, whenever the stomach is distended/bloated there is slight pain at the left lower back at one point. There has always been a swelling on the left ankle which has reduced now after medication but has not gone away completely. Rarely the ankle pains when I walk or stand for long.

Answered by Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You should use ankle brace and take calcium suppplements

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your reply
Back pain might be related to wrong posture and gait or distended abdomen which puts pressure on the spine

Longs standing ankle pain is a matter of concern at your age, I would advise you to get an X ray and upload me the report
I would like to know if you have any history of trauma or injury to the ankle?
Meanwhile use ankle brace and have calcium supplements
Pain killers like acetaminophen is advisable in case of sever pain

If it doesn't improve please consult a orthopaedic doctor for detailed examination and treatment accordingly.

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wish you good health and vitality
Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E