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Does Anyone Have A Hiatal Hernia Thats Causing Extreme Shortness Of Breathe?

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Rolla, MO
October 12, 2020
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes. Have had a hiatus hernia for many years. Can cause shortness of breath if you eat to the point of feeling full. I also have GERD reflux. Have capsules that I take every morning. These protect me from heartburn. Blessings and love xxxx

October 13, 2020
A MyCOPDTeam Member

@A MyCOPDTeam Member I have a hiatal hernia, not sure if it affects my breathing. Gives me alot of heartburn and bloating

October 12, 2020 (edited)
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Hi @A MyCOPDTeam Member you are right on this one. It seems that the Famotidine (aka Pepcid) is a victim of the COVD outbreak. Even the US president requested it in his *cocktail* when he tested positive. Other antacid drugs here are also under recall due to cancer concerns from NDMA. So there was a rush on many other brands. But there are other H2 blockers which may work well.
Here's some background on the crisis:
https://www.businessinsider.com/heartburn-medic...
All the best

October 18, 2020 (edited)
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes I’ve got a hiatus hernia my consultant said there is no operation to fix it I’ve also got GERD the reflux does stop my breathing and getting my breathing back prevention medication I get prescribed I find liquid Galveston works for me and a good bed riser to use to raise you up So you can have less attacks an get a few hours sleep

October 17, 2020
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I have one, haven't had sny trouble with it

October 13, 2020

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