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The Acid Reflux Cough
Do you have a chronic cough that's driving you crazy? (not to mention those around you!)
Have you been treated for asthma, allergies or bronchitis but the medications don't seem to do any good?
Here are the reasons why!
1. Acid, bile or pepsin (the main digestive enzyme in your stomach which breaks down proteins) from the stomach can reflux into the esophagus and even reach your larynx (voice box) or airways. This triggers a reflexive cough to clear the throat or lungs.
This mechanism is a description of silent reflux, LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux). With silent reflux you won't experience…
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