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Sometimes I get choked on about anything when this happens I m gasping for air and when I try to swallow or cough it feels like my esophagus closes up again and I m gasping for air again it s has been happening alot lately it really scares me because I don t know why this is happening
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have breathlessness while swallowing food . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like tumors , conditions that cause the esophagus to narrow , neuromuscular conditions , stroke , tonsillitis and GERD ( gastrointestinal reflux disease ) . Smoking or excessive use of alcohol can also cause such problem . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may order X-ray of upper digestive track , endoscopy of esophagus and acidity test . Doctor may prescribe proton pump inhibitor and H2 blockers . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist if he/she find problem to be related with cardiac problem . For now avoid spicy and heavy food specially at night and take proper rest .Doctor may also refer you to chest specialist for chest infection .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Breathlessness While Swallowing Food?
Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM, Understanding your concern. As per your query you have breathlessness while swallowing food . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like tumors , conditions that cause the esophagus to narrow , neuromuscular conditions , stroke , tonsillitis and GERD ( gastrointestinal reflux disease ) . Smoking or excessive use of alcohol can also cause such problem . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may order X-ray of upper digestive track , endoscopy of esophagus and acidity test . Doctor may prescribe proton pump inhibitor and H2 blockers . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist if he/she find problem to be related with cardiac problem . For now avoid spicy and heavy food specially at night and take proper rest .Doctor may also refer you to chest specialist for chest infection . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari