As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve encountered many patients with asthma, but over the years, one question that often pops up is, “Can asthma cause difficulty in swallowing food?” It’s not something that gets talked about much, yet it’s a real concern for many asthma sufferers. Asthma primarily affects the lungs, but it can also have…
What the Heck is GERD? 🤔 Okay, so before we get into how GERD affects older adults, let’s quickly talk about what GERD even is. Basically, it’s when stomach acid or sometimes bile sneaks up into your esophagus (that’s the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach). This usually happens when the lower esophageal…
Ever feel like food gets stuck in your throat or you’re constantly battling that annoying lump-in-the-throat feeling? If you’ve got GERD, these swallowing problems might not just be in your head—they’re part of the bigger reflux picture. Let’s break it down so you know what’s going on and how to deal with it. Living with…