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What Causes Shortness Of Breathe?

hi. i was just diagnosed with a shatzki ring, small hiatal hernia and reflux after a barium swallow today. occasionally i will find myself just looking to take an extra breath only when lying down. doesnt last long and im not even sure you would consider it shortness of breath. but i forgot to ask the radiologist if this occasional symptom is normal with my diagnosis.
Mon, 8 Dec 2014
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Thanks for your question on HCM.
In my opinion you are having reflux disease.
This is known as GERD ( Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease ). It is very common with hiatus hernia and shatzki ring. It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up and cause the symptoms. It may also cause cough and senssensation of breathlessness.
Try to follow these steps for Reflux Disease.
1. Avoid hot and spicy food.
2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
3. Avoid stress and anxiety.
4. Start proton pump inhibitor.
5. Go for walk after meals.
6. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in the bed.
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What Causes Shortness Of Breathe?

Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you are having reflux disease. This is known as GERD ( Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease ). It is very common with hiatus hernia and shatzki ring. It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up and cause the symptoms. It may also cause cough and senssensation of breathlessness. Try to follow these steps for Reflux Disease. 1. Avoid hot and spicy food. 2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 3. Avoid stress and anxiety. 4. Start proton pump inhibitor. 5. Go for walk after meals. 6. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in the bed.