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 treatment begin. Affected patients soon realize that medications specifically against silent reflux do not exist […]
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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 laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). What is LPR? LPR describes the rise of acidic aerosols from the […]
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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, though: acid reflux. What is acid reflux? Reflux typically refers to gastric juice that irritates […]
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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. What is acid reflux? Reflux refers to the rise of stomach contents into the esophagus. When the acidic gastric juice irritates the esophagus, it […]
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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 reflux (airway reflux), apple cider vinegar can even be harmful. Apple cider vinegar makes LPR […]
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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. What is silent reflux? The term reflux refers mainly to the rising of gastric juice out of the stomach. The acid can irritate the […]
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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 rate of surgery for LPR is much lower than for classical reflux (GERD). Because silent reflux […]
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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 can only measure factors that occur as a result of reflux, such as a […]
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Reflux symptoms in the esophagus, such as heartburn, are primarily caused by rising stomach acid.[1] Chronic acid exposure leads to sensitized pain receptors in the esophagus. They become hypersensitive and respond to stimuli that would typically not cause any problems, and as a consequence, people get heartburn.[2] Acidic Foods Can Cause Heartburn. Once the pain […]
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A diet for laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) should meet three criteria: The food should be low in acid and fat, and at the same time, improve digestion. Low-acid diet for LPR Acid activates pepsin, which promotes inflammation.[1] While acidic foods do not cause reflux, they massively exaggerate the symptoms. They add fuel to the fire. For […]
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