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My 13yr old wakes up gasping for air struggles to breathe Told it could be Allergy Asthma or AcidReflux?

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strongiQuestion by Letii My 13yr old wakes up gasping for air struggles to breathe Told it could be Allergy Asthma or AcidRefluxstrongShe suddenly one night started coughing, then just couldnt catch her breath. Dr prescribed Alegra and Mucinex to see if it helps, didnt. Next step is inhaler. Nervous about using inhaler. Acid reflux seems strange to me but dont know. HELP!strongBest answerstrongpiAnswer by Hannah Hibr Acid reflux actually isnt that weird, surprisingly. For some reason, it seems that lots of people with acid reflux aka GERD have asthmalike symptoms.Not sure why youre nervous about using an inhaler theyre quite safe and very effective, but it seems like a reasonable next step. Asthma can often be worse at night.pstrongWhat do you think Answer below!strong