A 42-year-old male asked:
i sometimes wake up at night choking.could it be acid reflux?
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Dr. Pavel Conovalciuc answered
23 years experience Family Medicine
Possible: Yes, acid reflux is possible, but not the only cause. Another fairly common one is sleep apnea. More history is needed at this time, i'd see your regular doc.
Answered on May 5, 2014
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Dr. Paul Grin answered
36 years experience Pain Management
GERD: Also called gastroesophageal reflux disease. Common symptoms such as heartburn, bloating and sour or bitter-tasting acid backing up into your throat or mouth are the key to the diagnosis of acid reflux disease.
The good news is a treatable condition. Rec.: see your
pcp for diagnosis and treatment.
Answered on Nov 3, 2016
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Dr. Paul Grin commented
36 years experience Pain Management
Provided original answer
Good observation. Thank you for sharing. It is important to rule out the "silent killer"- obstructive sleep apnea.
May 5, 2014
Dr. Nayana Trivedi commented
39 years experience Internal Medicine
Make sure you do not snore and hope you are not obese. I am also concerned about Obstructive Sleep Apnea,
May 5, 2014
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