A member asked:

Is it possible to have breathing difficulty due to a gastric problem?

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: Yes, severe gastric reflux can affect your airways and lead to brochospasm (asthma-like issues). Talk to your doctor soon!

Answered 10/16/2013

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes...: Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or gerd, is one cause of bronchospasm. By treating the gerd, the bronchospasm is relieved.

Answered 9/21/2013

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