Chronic cough and even chest pain can be caused by acid reflux. This can be difficult to diagnose because the symptoms are often not associated with classic symptoms of acid reflux, such as heartburn. [Editor's note: If you're experiencing chest pain, it's important to talk to your doctor immediately about whether heart conditions could be causing the symptoms you're experiencing. See common heart attack symptoms here.]
Frequently, cough and chest pain related to acid reflux require double...
I have been experiencing a lot of acid reflux of late. I think it might have something to do with the fact that I've been smoking... Read more »
Every month, Dr. Eisner answers your questions about acid reflux. Email Dr. Eisner at feedback@acidrefluxconnection with your question. ... Read more »
What effect does acid reflux have on the lungs? Acid reflux can cause pulmonary complications such as cough, asthma and aspiration.... Read more »
Recently there have been a lot of questions posted about the “less common” symptoms of reflux such as chronic cough. It seems as though... Read more »
In this entry, I would like to discuss the connection between acid indigestion/acid reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD) and... Read more »
Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) occurs when stomach contents come back up into the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach) during... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Heartburn. Heartburn is the primary symptom of GERD. It is a burning sensation that spreads up from the stomach to the chest and throat. Heartburn is... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesAnyone who eats a lot of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or lying down... Read more »
Acid Reflux disease is one of the leading causes of chronic cough, experts say, even if patients have other conditions that contribute to coughing,... Read more »
Police officers, fire fighters, and others in New York City who came in contact with the dust from the September 11 attacks are coping with many... Read more »
Persistent Heartburn The tell-tale sign of Acid Reflux disease is persistent, mild to severe heartburn. Heartburn is a painful burning sensation in the esophagus just below or behind the breastbone. Most people at some point will have...
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