Acid reflux is a condition in which stomach acid causes throat discomfort.
This condition is known as laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR).The content within the stomach includes stomach acids.
Stomach acid is what the body produces in order to break down foods.
The word “Reflux” refers to backward or returns flow.Symptoms LPR has the same “silent reflux” effect due to not necessarily triggering the usual symptoms of acid reflux, such as heartburn.
The most common symptoms in adults include:Feeling like something is stuck in the throatHoarsenessFrequent throat clearingCoughingDifficulty in swallowingBreathing difficultiesSwelling and irritation of the vocal cordsTreatmentMany adults manage to control symptoms by adjusting there eating habits and by making positive and healthy lifestyle changes.
Sometimes, people also get misdiagnosed.