Many people experience a burning feeling in their chest after eating a heavy meal, but when that discomfort creeps up into the throat and doesn’t go away, it could be something more serious. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common condition where acid from the stomach moves up into the esophagus. Over time, GERD can…
A dry, hacking cough that won’t quit? You’re not alone — and no, it’s not always asthma or allergies. If you’ve ruled those out and are still clearing your throat or coughing at night, GERD may be the hidden trigger. For many of us, gastroesophageal reflux disease doesn’t always feel like heartburn — it shows…
Can asthma cause dry burning cough? That’s actually a question I’ve been asked more times than I can count in the clinic, and honestly, I totally get why. It can feel confusing when you’re dealing with that nagging, scratchy, almost burning cough that won’t go away—especially when your lungs otherwise feel fine. As a pulmonary…
Waking up with a sore throat, thick mucus in your throat, and that burning feeling creeping up your chest? Yeah, I’ve seen that look on patients’ faces way too many times. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, you start picking up patterns — and one of the most frustrating complaints patients…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, can asthma cause mucus in throat—you’re definitely not alone. I hear this question all the time in my clinic, and honestly, it makes total sense. You’d expect wheezing or coughing with asthma, but that sticky, annoying mucus in the back of your throat? That catches people off guard. As a…
Hey there! If you’ve ever found yourself wondering about that annoying tickle in your throat combined with some persistent heartburn, you’re not alone. From my experience working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen so many patients ask about the GERD and postnasal drip connection. It turns out, these two issues…
If you’ve ever heard about GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), you probably think of the classic burning sensation in the chest—heartburn. But here’s the thing: not everyone with GERD experiences that fiery discomfort. In fact, many people suffer from GERD symptoms without heartburn, and that can make recognizing the problem a bit tricky. Speaking from my…
If you’ve ever felt that weird scratchiness in your throat or like your voice is raspier than usual—especially after meals—you’re definitely not alone. As someone who’s spent a good chunk of my career working alongside GI specialists, I’ve seen firsthand just how often folks walk into our clinic complaining about hoarseness or chronic throat clearing,…
Can asthma cause random coughing fits? Oh yes, and if you’ve ever had one sneak up on you while you’re just trying to get through your grocery list, you’re definitely not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how asthma doesn’t always play by the rules. Patients often expect wheezing or shortness of…