Q: I have developed an episodic but chronic cough. My wife thought it could be due to my acid reflux. Is that a real thing? A: We cough to protect our airway or because something irritates the airway.

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Heartburn is common, but persistent chest discomfort or difficulty swallowing could signal serious issues. Gastroesophageal ...

As many as one in five people suffer from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as GERD, but they might not know it. Jessica Stout, DO, a gastroenterologist at University of Utah Health, ...

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The sound of cough is a common occurrence at any clinic or hospital. From a fleeting tickle in the throat to the relentless hack that deprives you of good sleep, cough is a common problem, mainly in ...

Despite a relatively low response rate to acid suppression therapy to treat chronic cough, heartburn was a highly significant predictor of success. Heartburn is a useful predictor of the success of ...