Philippines
A 29-year-old female asked:

Why do i feel breathless, dizzy, shaky and weak when gerd attacks?is these normal to feel if you have gerd?i take tums (calcium carbonate) at night but it only helps abit

2 doctor answers2 doctors weighed in
Dr. David Earle
General Surgery 33 years experience
Something else?: It may be something else that's causing your symptoms. Best to see your primary care provider for a more complete evaluation. Could be a whole host of different things.
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Dr. John Novella
Internal Medicine 12 years experience
GERD ; Lungs: Gerd can cause pulmonary symptoms such as triggering asthma or even causing pneumonitis. These can be worsened if one has a hiatal hernia or other anatomical problems. If you are experiencing these symptoms or frequent gerd, it is important that you see your doctor and adequately treat your gerd. For most, lifestyle modification can help alleviate gerd but many others need treatment.
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Last updated Mar 30, 2014

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