Member Comments are provided by individuals and reflect their personal opinions only. Under NO circumstances should you act on any advice or opinion posted in this forum. ALWAYS check with your personal physician before taking any action regarding your health! MedHelp International and our partners, sponsors and affiliates have no obligation to monitor any comments posted on this site, or the content and/or accuracy of such exchanges. MedHelp International does not endorse the views of any user.
Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
Gasping for breath
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
Gasping for breath
by June__0__0, Aug 09, 1998 12:00AM
I sometimes wake up at night unable to breathe. Sitting up seems to give relief within a few seconds, but I'm afraid one time it won't. Is there any danger of that? I also have bouts of extremely rapid heartbeat - also during the night. Is this related to the other problem? I'm hoping to hear that this problem is not serious, so that I won't be afraid to go to sleep. Thank you.
Dear June,
The symptoms you describe can be due to a variety of causes, however, the first step is to rule out a cardiac (heart) or pulmonary (lung) problem. If those are ruled out, gastroesophageal reflux disease and esophagitis (inflammation of the food pipe) and anxiety or panic disorder are other possibilities. Nevertheless, I would recommend that you see your primary physician for further evaluation and testing.
This response is being provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or consultation. Always check with your personal physician when you have a question pertaining to your health.
If you would like to be seen at our institution please call 1-800-653-6568, our Referring Physicians’ Office and make an appointment to see Dr. Muszkat, one of our experts in Gastroenterology.
HFHSM.D.-ym
*Keywords: shortness of breath, palpitations
Dear June,
The symptoms you describe can be due to a variety of causes, however, the first step is to rule out a cardiac (heart) or pulmonary (lung) problem. If those are ruled out, gastroesophageal reflux disease and esophagitis (inflammation of the food pipe) and anxiety or panic disorder are other possibilities. Nevertheless, I would recommend that you see your primary physician for further evaluation and testing.
This response is being provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or consultation. Always check with your personal physician when you have a question pertaining to your health.
If you would like to be seen at our institution please call 1-800-653-6568, our Referring Physicians’ Office and make an appointment to see Dr. Muszkat, one of our experts in Gastroenterology.
HFHSM.D.-ym
*Keywords: shortness of breath, palpitations
