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What Causes Acid Reflux, Cough And Breathlessness While Having Flu?

I have the flu and after throwing up I experienced extreme acid reflux for a day. Now I m having pain in the area of my esophagus, shortness of breath, coughing and my voice is about gone. Is this something that I need to be concerned about or will it just take care of itself as the flu wanes?
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query symptoms such as acid reflux, cough and breathlessness while having flu symptoms it points towards Gastro-esophageal reflux disease also known as acid reflux in which which acid from stomach enters into food pipe and throat leading to irritation and inflammation which causes heartburn as well as tickling and irritation in throat.Coughing is due to throat irritation and acidic taste in mouth is due to the taste of acid that is coming into mouth. You should avoid large meals rather than this take frequent small meals. Drink plenty of water. Avoid spicy,acidic, hot food substances. Visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined and start treatment accordingly. You should go for exercise daily. You should take combination of proton pump inhibitors such as Omeprazole or Pantoprazole along with antacids such as Calcium carbonate.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Acid Reflux, Cough And Breathlessness While Having Flu?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query symptoms such as acid reflux, cough and breathlessness while having flu symptoms it points towards Gastro-esophageal reflux disease also known as acid reflux in which which acid from stomach enters into food pipe and throat leading to irritation and inflammation which causes heartburn as well as tickling and irritation in throat.Coughing is due to throat irritation and acidic taste in mouth is due to the taste of acid that is coming into mouth. You should avoid large meals rather than this take frequent small meals. Drink plenty of water. Avoid spicy,acidic, hot food substances. Visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined and start treatment accordingly. You should go for exercise daily. You should take combination of proton pump inhibitors such as Omeprazole or Pantoprazole along with antacids such as Calcium carbonate. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari