Sore throat: Such is when it is not caused by colds but reflux

THE heartburn folk disease, many do neglect their treatment or if in silent reflux They suffer and do not recognize the disease in time due to the lack of distinctive symptoms. Dr. Krisztina Sárdi We asked a gastroenterologist, a doctor at the Buda Allergy Center, about the relationship between reflux and respiratory symptoms.

Typical symptoms of reflux

Esophagus and heartburn, pain behind sternum, poor, sour mouth, unpleasant breath, belching, nausea – All reflux warning symptoms. The reason for the appearance of complaints is that acidic stomach content returns to the esophagus, where it irritates the sensitive mucosa.

The reasons for reflux

• Stressful, rushing, non -regular diets play a major role in the onset of symptoms. If we do not eat small portions but larger quantities at the same time when our diets are rich in carbohydrates and fat, If we sleep with a full stomach in the evenings, we can expect heartburn.
• THE overweight also increases the risk of developing, And smoking or excessive alcohol consumption worsens your symptoms.
• The strong, spicy foods, caffeine and menthol It is also able to relax the stomach sphincter, thus promoting acidic stomach content.
• The tomatoes, the citrus fruits and the carbonated soft drinks However, symptoms are exacerbated by production of stomach acid.
• In many cases, the appearance of complaints is related to taking a medicine such as Anti -asthma agents, blood pressure reductions and analgesics can also cause such side effects.
• Other diseases may be due to reflux. It may occur with existing compartment injuries, but it may also be related to psychological problems (stress, depressed, anxiety). Very often there is a Helicobacter infection in the background.

Can also cause respiratory diseases

Not only does stomach acid cause lesions in the esophagus, it can also produce respiratory symptoms when entered the pharynx. Very often it is in the background of chronic, dry cough, but it can cause permanent nasal inflammation and even nasal polyps. Persistent hoarseness, sore throatthroat grinding may also be the irritating effect of stomach acid, which can even enter the throat into the booth horn, causing otitis media. In patients with asthma, it is also important to deal with reflux treatment, as there are two mutually provoking diseases.

A silent reflux can be in the background

The detection of the disease is made difficult by the fact that the typical symptoms may be missed in reflux. In the case of silent reflux, dry coughing or dumpling in the throat may be the symptom of the patient, the characteristic heartburn, or acidic rampage. However, it is also worth examining the possibility of reflux, as respiratory symptoms and recurring diseases are only eliminated if the cause of the cause, heartburn, is treated.

How to distinguish the sore throat caused by reflux from colds?

The differences between the sore throat caused by reflux and the cold can be distinguished from several aspects. In reflux, a burning sensation occurs in the throat, especially when swallowed, and often feel acidic taste in the mouth. This pain often worsens at night or lying or may occur after a meal. In contrast, during colds, the sore throat has a painful, painful feeling that is often associated with runny nose, sneezing and coughing. Colds cause constant pain that does not depend on the time of the meal or body position.

Common symptoms also differ: as mentioned above, in the case of reflux, heartburn and nausea may occur, while colds can result in runny nose, sneezing, coughing, headache and fatigue. The duration is also different: reflux can last longer and often returns while colds usually disappear within a week or two.

The response to the treatment also provides information: Acid and proton pump inhibitors can help with reflux, while colds, antihistamines and mucous membranes may alleviate the symptoms.

In summary

• Reflux can also cause heartburn and sore throat.
• Symptoms of reflux may include pain behind sternum, sour mouth, unpleasant breath.
• The return of stomach acid to the esophagus can also cause respiratory symptoms.
• In the case of silent reflux, typical symptoms such as heartburn or acidic rampage may be missing.
• Treatment of reflux can be important for respiratory symptoms and recurring diseases.

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