Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is a complex disease that is difficult to treat. Diagnosis is very challenging because the symptoms are unspecific. Once LPR has been identified as the cause of the symptoms, only then does the search for a successful …
Hoarseness is typically associated with a cold. A cold usually passes fairly quickly, and the voice sounds normal again.If the hoarseness lasts for a long time, though, airway reflux could be the cause. Airway reflux is also known as laryngopharynge…
The teeth are sensitive to acid. In a healthy person, acid in the mouth usually stems from either acid-producing bacteria or acidic foods.However, there is another frequently overlooked source of acid that can severely damage the teeth over time, th…
A sore throat is usually caused by an infection in the throat and airways. A long-lasting sore throat that does not respond to standard treatment can be caused by acid reflux.
You sometimes find the recommendation to use apple cider vinegar as a household remedy against reflux. The idea stems from a popular trend that it stimulates digestion. However, this is not supported by scientific evidence.In the case of silent refl…
Silent reflux, also known as laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), can not only cause a variety of airway symptoms but can also aggravate symptoms of airway conditions, such as asthma and pollen allergies.
Surgery can be very efficient for laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) but always bears the risk of complications. Operating is, therefore, the last option to consider for the treatment of LPR and is only recommended in extreme cases.Moreover, the success…
The diagnosis of laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), also known as silent reflux, is a real challenge.It is not possible to directly measure reflux in the airways. With reflux, I mean the whole mix of stomach acid, half-digested food, and enzymes. You c…
Reflux symptoms in the esophagus, such as heartburn, are primarily caused by rising stomach acid. Consequently, the diet has a heavy influence on gastroesophageal reflux disease.[1]Chronic acid exposure leads to sensitized pain receptors in the esop…
