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It's like regular acid reflux except instead of staying in the esophagus it goes up into your throat. One often doesn't know that they have acid reflux until they go to the doctor with throat problems (sore throat, hoarse voice ect...)
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 10y agoSilent reflux is a type of acid reflux that does not produce indigestion or heartburn. It has no known cause but if left untreated, could possibly develop into esophageal cancer.
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What is silent reflex?
Silent reflux is just like acid reflux except you dont get the symptoms like heartburn or indegestion, you dont know you have it but its there.
Why does silent acid reflux cause damage to the throat and not the esophagus?
The throat is the esophagus. It is not protected from contact with the stomach acid so it is eroded.
Can the duodenum be repaired and is it the cause of acid reflux?
Yes, it can be repaired and no it is not the cause of acid reflux.
When stomach acid leaks into the esophagus does it result in acid reflux?
Yes, that is normal acid reflux. There is also Silent Acid Reflux where instead of being in your esophagus causing heartburn, it goes straight up into your throat. This can cause vocal cord damage since the stomach acid is splashing up onto your vocal cords.
Can acid reflux cause cavities?
Yes
Can acid reflux cause throat to close?
No
Can vitamin b50 cause acid reflux?
There is no vitamin B50. Did you mean a B-50 complex (a mix of b vitamins) ? That generally does not cause reflux.
What health issues can cause acid reflux?
Acid Reflux happens when acid from the stomach moves up into your esophagus there are a number of health issue that can cause acid reflux these include being overweight or obese having a hiatal hernia being pregnant and taking blood pressure medication also being a smoker can cause acid reflux .
Why is acid reflux bad at night?
Acid reflux is bad at night because gravity is no longer on your side. This is also called silent reflux. The body is laying fairly flat and this allows for the acidity from your stomach to travel up into your chest and throat damaging everything in its path.
Foods that cause reflux in breastfed babies?
Spicy foods might cause that.
Can acid reflux medications cause dementia?
No, some of them can cause light depression.
What exactly is laryngopharyngeal reflux?
Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is a condition where stomach acid flows back into the throat, voice box, and lungs. It can cause symptoms like throat irritation, hoarseness, coughing, and a feeling of a lump in the throat. LPR is different from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as it often presents with atypical symptoms and affects the upper airway.
