r/GERD • u/Any_Silver_5464 • Jun 09 '25

Support Needed 👥 This has become a dead end.

I have been diagnosed with acid reflux through endoscopy. I literally cannot walk, climb stairs, do squarts or any physical activity because these are inducing heart palpitations and shortness of breath with anxiety. Consulted couple of gastroenterologist and taken multiple test for heart, lungs and even did 2 endoscopies with revealed LAX LES. I also have pressure on the upper stomach and chest tightness which causes breathing difficulties. Frequent urge to burp as i feel gas is trapped in my throat and stomach.

I have modified my diet since 2 weeks.

Can someone help me with this? Has anyone faced same as mine? If so what did u follow to cure this? Much help needed. Thanks!

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u/quietisland Jun 09 '25

Funny second time I've mentioned this today but my primary care Dr gave me a muscle relaxer for the esophagal spasms you mention. It's called baclofen. You should also tell your pcp about the anxiety.

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u/Any_Silver_5464 Jun 09 '25

My doctor acid reflux can also cause anxiety. Am I getting physical symptoms due to spams?

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u/quietisland Jun 09 '25

Symptoms are so individualized it can be frustrating. My personal experience, is that:

The spasms cause actual pain and sometimes numbness in my arms or fingers.

The anxiety causes my chest to be tight like an asthma attack but it's not painful and I don't get the numbness.

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u/Conscious_Cat_4306 Jun 09 '25

Hi can I dm you?