Shortness of Breath [Archive]

springblossom

31-01-20, 14:21

Hi everyone,

I've been having shortness of breath recently. It feels as if I can't get a full breath.

My GP has ruled out asthma or anything cardiac-related but suggested that there may be some type of 'silent reflux' causing my symptoms but again, no tests have been done.

Has anyone got any practical tips to help me with this very debilitating symptom?

Thanks to everyone,

SB

ankietyjoe

31-01-20, 18:34

All you can do is ignore it. It's incredibly common, one of the most common symptoms that comes along with anxiety.

If it's reflux related, then deal with the reflux by watching what you eat. I use apple cider vinegar to treat reflux (google it) and it deals with it without the need for drugs, in combination with not eating the foods that cause the reflux in the first place.

nomorepanic

31-01-20, 18:49

Hi

This is just a courtesy reply to let you know that your post was moved from its original place to a sub-forum that is more relevant to your issue.

This is nothing personal - it just enables us to keep posts about the same problems in the relevant forums so other members with any experience with the issues can find them more easily.

Please also read this post:

http://www.nomorepanic.co.uk/showthread.php?t=213239

jray23

31-01-20, 19:07

No tips as I've had days of panic and anxiety over it but I can tell you I've had the same feeling most days for the past several months. Also cleared by doc. I think it's stress related in my case.

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springblossom

31-01-20, 21:22

Thanks to everyone who replied, I appreciate the time you've taken.

@ankietyjoe Can I ask how the vinegar works as I though acid was detrimental to GERD? Thank you!

ankietyjoe

31-01-20, 22:05

Thanks to everyone who replied, I appreciate the time you've taken.

@ankietyjoe Can I ask how the vinegar works as I though acid was detrimental to GERD? Thank you!

That's why I said google it. Reflux is often because your stomach isn't producing enough acid, and consuming apple cider vinegar actually helps your stomach detect acid and closes the valve that usually allows reflux to happen. There's a ton of information about it online, and it fixed mine.

springblossom

31-01-20, 22:14

That's why I said google it. Reflux is often because your stomach isn't producing enough acid, and consuming apple cider vinegar actually helps your stomach detect acid and closes the valve that usually allows reflux to happen. There's a ton of information about it online, and it fixed mine.
Thank you. I'll check that out. I appreciate you taking the time to reply

ankietyjoe

31-01-20, 22:35

I would still suggest focusing on your diet first rather than a fix. Having said that, there's no real downside in using ACV for most people.

springblossom

01-02-20, 20:22

I would still suggest focusing on your diet first rather than a fix. Having said that, there's no real downside in using ACV for most people.

thank you I appreciate your replying

Careful1

01-02-20, 21:44

I second apple cider vinegar, it’s beneficial for a lot of different things but it has helped me in addition to being mindful of what I eat.

Schoie1961

02-02-20, 20:04

I had the same,and my GP finally sent me for chest xray,they found nothing untoward,which was a massive relief,but I still get the same as you,I think it's all stress related,as even though the doc gave me the all clear I cant help but panic,that's why I've just joined this forum

springblossom

03-02-20, 13:47

jk7704

12-02-20, 13:41

Hi
I've recently been getting this, where I need to make an effort to take a deep breath, if that makes sense?? I also yawn alot! From what I've read this is another wonderful symptom of anxiety. I'm on 50mgs Sertraline at the moment and am struggling with the breathing thing and also my ribs and back just seem to ache. I did see a physio a few years ago, when my anxiety started and she said I was suffering from hyperventilation syndrome.

jray23

13-02-20, 02:07

I describe mine the exact same way as your first couple of sentences. It's been worse the past couple of weeks as I've been getting increased stress over work.

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