copd

[joy988]

my husband has copd ankylosing spondilitis fussed chest together neck also his breathing is at 30% he has heart diease told me today he feel like food is lodging in his chest what can tht be i need help feel like doctor will not help me all they do is inhaler anyone can help me plz

[National Jewish Health]

Difficulty swallowing has been reported, both with ankylosing spondylitis and following surgery of the cervical spine.  Your husband may be right that food may be lodging in his chest, specifically in his esophagus.  You should request that his doctor request consultation with a gastrointestinal specialist, called a gastroenterologist.  You should do this without delay, as with such trouble swallowing, there is significant risk of aspiration of swallowed food or liquid into his windpipe and lungs.

[joy988]

thank you