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…
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common digestive condition that affects millions of people. One of its lesser-known symptoms is a persistent dry cough. This kind of cough doesn’t bring up mucus and may feel like a constant tickle in the throat. While it’s often mistaken for allergies or a cold, a dry cough can…
Interviewer: Hi there! Thanks for joining us to talk about a lesser-known symptom of GERD— a burning sensation in the nose. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Jane Smith, MD, an otolaryngologist with over 15 years of clinical experience in reflux-related ENT disorders. Welcome, Dr. Smith! Dr. Smith: Thanks for having me! It’s great to be…
If you’ve ever felt a strange, tight clenching in your jaw and wondered what on earth it has to do with your stomach, you’re not alone. As someone who has worked closely with patients in a busy gastroenterology clinic, I’ve had plenty of people look at me like I’ve got two heads when I mention…
If you’re like me, working in a Gastroenterology clinic, you start to notice patterns in patients that don’t always scream textbook—but they’re real. One of the most common complaints I hear is this: “Why do I keep getting a sore throat?” And almost every time, after a few follow-up questions and a bit of history-taking,…
If you’ve ever woken up feeling nauseous, with that weird burning in your chest or throat, you’re definitely not alone. Morning nausea paired with that gnawing reflux can be a real day-ruiner—and let me tell you, working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how common and frustrating this combo is….
Ever had that scratchy, hoarse feeling in your throat that just won’t go away? Like you’re trying to speak but your voice sounds like it’s taken a vacation? Trust me, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I can’t count how many patients came in feeling frustrated and confused…
If you’ve ever experienced that uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest or the frustrating feeling of pain while swallowing, you’re not alone. GERD and pain while swallowing are common complaints I’ve seen many times during my work as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic. It’s more than just occasional heartburn—when acid reflux starts…
If you’ve ever dealt with both GERD and those pesky canker sores, you might have wondered if there’s any connection between the two. I’ve spent years working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, and I’ve seen firsthand how these conditions can overlap — sometimes in surprising ways. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, isn’t…