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What Causes Difficulty For Taking Breath While Eating?

At times I feel like I actually have to make myself swallow and it feels difficult to take deep breaths. I felt like this two times this weekend, and they both happened while I was eating. I have felt this way a few times in the past before when I lie down to sleep.
Mon, 19 Oct 2015
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of either esophageal motility disorder or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more.
In both these conditions, patient is having symptoms in lying down position and while eating.
So better to consult gastroenterologist and get done upper GI scopy.
Start proton pump inhibitors and prokinetic drugs.
Avoid stress and tension.
Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food.
Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
Keep 2-3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux.
Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query.
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Difficulty For Taking Breath While Eating?

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of either esophageal motility disorder or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more. In both these conditions, patient is having symptoms in lying down position and while eating. So better to consult gastroenterologist and get done upper GI scopy. Start proton pump inhibitors and prokinetic drugs. Avoid stress and tension. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits. Don t worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.