I'm having a tough time with acidity. I've been dealing with a burning sensation in my upper stomach and it often makes me feel breathless. Sometimes I even have to catch my breath, and I've noticed this happening for about 6 years now. There's occasionally a wheezing sound and I often feel bloated too. Could all these symptoms be connected and what should I do about it?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

MBBS
3+ Yrs

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take tablet zerodol and tablet pantop for 3 days

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Answered 04/07/2025

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