Frequent throat clearing may be a sign of laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), a lesser-known form of acid reflux. Unlike typical heartburn, LPR irritates the throat and voice box, causing hoarseness, ...
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common condition in clinical practice, and results from the backward flow of stomach and duodenal contents into the esophagus and higher structures.
One in five Americans suffers from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), known colloquially as acid reflux. Acid reflux is a digestive disorder in in which acid backs up from the stomach into the ...