GERD (Heartburn and Reflux)...GERD may also be called “acid reflux” or “acid indigestion.” GERD is very common, and many people with asthma also have GERD.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Asthma Subgroups: GERD Asthma...Studies show a whopping 75% of asthmatics have GERD, and that asthmatics are 50% more likely to develop GERD than non-asthmatics.... By John Bottrell, RRT6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Community Views: Asthma and Comorbidities...“My GERD affects my asthma, and my asthma affects my GERD. It’s all connected.” “Acid reflux. Apparently, it can go hand-in-hand with asthma.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
There's My "Eating Cough" Again...Well, did you know that over 3 out of 4 people with asthma also have GERD?... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Difficulty Sleeping and Fatigue...Tests for GERD are endoscopy, x-ray, or esophageal pH (acid) monitoring.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Asthma and GERD...Never heard anything about the connection between GERD and asthma from them.... By Kenj1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Asthma Comorbidities...GERD can lead to more asthma symptoms, especially at night. Treating GERD with medications can reduce nighttime asthma symptoms and asthma attacks.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Asthma, GERD, Pneumonia, and the Gift That Keeps on Giving...My doctors scratched their heads and finally found that I had GERD and the reflux was putting food into my lungs causing pneumonia.... By flashracket1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma Subgroups: Mixed Granulocytic Asthma...It may also be combined with a diagnosis of GERD. The best test for diagnosing it has yet to be determined.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Can GERD medications lead to asthma?...I read somewhere if u have GERD and take meds that can lead to asthma?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)...Because EoE is similar to other common health issues such as acid reflux (GERD), it can be hard for your doctor to make a quick diagnosis.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma and EDAC...Secondary causes include chronic airway inflammation, GERD, trauma to airways, etc.... By Patti Henry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
What Causes Asthma Cough Reflex and Throat Clearing? ...Gastrointestinal reflux (GERD) is another potential cause. This is when stomach juices creep up your esophagus.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Extrinsic vs Intrinsic Asthma...For instance, I had a friend back in 1985 who was diagnosed with GERD asthma when he was 15, although it wasn’t called that back then.... By John Bottrell, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Gerd vs Asthma...Hi, I have always battled severe asthma and this year I have had an ongoing battle with LPR which is a variation of Gerd and currently I think I...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Asthma Affects Each of Us Differently...I was very thankful I didn’t share that trigger with Sarah. My friend Gary had gastrointestinal reflux (GERD).... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Community Views: Frequent Nighttime Asthma Symptoms...There are also other conditions that may cause wheezing, such as GERD, allergies, and sleep apnea.... By Sidney Saleh- Kurtz3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How’s That New Year’s Resolution Going? ...I do have GERD. So, was it GERD? COPD often presents with a chronic cough? So, was I developing COPD?... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Is it possible to have a good lung function test and still have asthma?...My new pulmonologist read the report and said I do not have asthma and I have a cough due to GERD....Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Wheeze...Allergies, colds, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and obstructive sleep apnea are other common causes of childhood wheeze.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
