This category is covering Laryngopharyngeal Reflux or LPR for short. It is a form of acid reflux that can affect the throat, sinuses and more.
Yes — silent reflux, also known as laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), can cause shortness of breath. Unlike classic acid reflux, LPR sends acid and pepsin all the way up past the esophagus and into the throat and larynx — your voice box. When these sensitive structures become irritated, your body …
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SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) and acid reflux share a powerful bidirectional relationship. Bacteria that overgrow in the small intestine ferment food, producing excess gas that pushes up against the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and forces it open — triggering reflux. At the same time, GERD and long-term PPI …
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Acid reflux and bronchitis are more connected than most people realize. When stomach acid backs up into your esophagus (GERD) or reaches your throat without triggering heartburn (LPR/silent reflux), it can irritate and inflame your airways, causing bronchitis-like symptoms: chronic cough, chest congestion, and difficulty breathing. But the relationship …
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Pepcid (famotidine) suppresses stomach acid production but doesn’t prevent reflux and loses effectiveness over time. Gaviscon forms a protective raft that physically blocks reflux from happening. For occasional heartburn after meals, Gaviscon works faster and better. For persistent GERD, Pepcid provides longer-lasting relief but is less potent than PPIs. …
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Famotidine (Pepcid) is an H2 blocker that works fast but loses effectiveness over time. Better alternatives depend on your condition: for GERD, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole are more effective; for LPR (silent reflux), alginates like Gaviscon Advance or Reflux Raft work better than any acid-suppressing drug because …
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Quick Answer: Both Gaviscon (specifically UK Gaviscon Advance) and Reflux Raft use sodium alginate to form a protective “raft” in your stomach. Gaviscon Advance is more research-backed and available internationally, while Reflux Raft is a cleaner US-focused option developed by ENT specialists. The real issue for Americans? Standard US-pharmacy …
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