But did you know it can also be why you struggle to breathe?
Yep, its true!
And your airways step in to assistthough it may not feel so helpful.
She also says acid reflux can worsen if you already have breathing problems, such asasthma.
In fact,up to 89 percent of people with asthma also have GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
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One tip Dr. Lee mentions is diaphragmatic breathing.
She explains how to do it: First, ensure youre sitting or standing upright and are relaxed.
Slowly breathe out, and repeat.
Surgery is even an option you and your doctor can consider, he says, for ongoing GERD issues.
Dr. Connorrecommends taking antacids.
If you also have asthma, she suggests treating that as you usually would.
Not sure if acid reflux is the cause of your breathing problems?
Continue to monitor how youre doing.
Shortness of breath is not a symptom that should be ignored.
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