acid reflux and asthma

I have had several issues with breathing lately. I have gain 20lbs in the last 4mts and my asthma has returned and the reflux has me coughing and burning. I also had pnumonia a month ago is this normal. I have a hrd time breathing a night


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Chances are your current asthma is caused by acid refluxing into your lungs. If you're not on medication, ask your doctor about it now. Additionally, start working to lose that weight: increased weight means more pressure on the LES, increasing your acid reflux.

Try tilting the head of your bed 8 to 12 inches up using bricks or risers (not pillows, unless it's a wedge pillow). This will help your night time breathing.

Finally, seek medical help immediately. Acid in your lungs can lead to conditions such as COPD.

Good luck.