only presents with throat symptoms such as mucus buildup without obvious stomach discomfort.
How to Identify Silent Reflux as the Cause
Ask yourself whether you experience frequent throat clearing, a sensation of a lump in your throat, or chronic coughing without accompanying heartburn. If so, acid from your stomach may be irritating your throat due to a malfunctioning esophageal valve.
Check Your Medicine Cabinet
Many adults over 40 use proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) or other antacid medications to manage reflux symptoms. While these drugs reduce stomach acid, they can paradoxically
