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What Causes Choking Sensation In The Throat While Treating GERD?
I have been suffering from high blood pressure and also been diagnosed with gurd. lately I have a choking sensation in my throat, at times I swallow and I cant breathe this also cause my difficulty breathing out my nose. last week I woke up unable to breath and my body was tingling . I felt very week and my blood pressure was 202 over 109. I could not breath I had to ring an ambulance I was so scared
It is due to severe acid reflex associated with GERD. You should not sleep or lay flat after food intake. As first-line management, you can take antacids like omeprazole or pantoprazole for symptomatic relief. Avoid spicy foods. If symptoms persist better to consult a gastroenterologist and get evaluated. In severe cases, an endoscopy may be required.
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Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Choking Sensation In The Throat While Treating GERD?
Hello, It is due to severe acid reflex associated with GERD. You should not sleep or lay flat after food intake. As first-line management, you can take antacids like omeprazole or pantoprazole for symptomatic relief. Avoid spicy foods. If symptoms persist better to consult a gastroenterologist and get evaluated. In severe cases, an endoscopy may be required. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician