6 hidden symptoms of acid reflux

What is the most obvious sign of acid reflux?

If you said stomach burns, you are right. And chances are you know exactly how you feel. Many of us have felt the uncomfortable sensations in the chest and throat caused by heartburn.

But can you explain how stomach burns occur?

Do not worry if you can not. Let me explain. At the end of your esophagus, you will find a bundle of muscles called the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (OIS). As a general rule, ERPs close as soon as food pbades through them. If it opens too often or it does not close properly, the acid from the stomach can go back up into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation.

Surprisingly, you can suffer from acid reflux without having heartburn. In fact, some symptoms of acid reflux are so subtle that you can ignore them for years or confuse them with other conditions.

Subtle signs of acid reflux

Failure to recognize these more subtle symptoms can be disastrous, as frequent onset of acid reflux usually leads to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Start paying close attention and consult a doctor if you notice any of these silent signs of acid reflux.

1. Frequent cleaning of the throat

For many of us, scraping the throat is second nature, but this habit can be a sign of acid reflux and other conditions, such as chronic postnasal discharge.

When you have acid reflux, droplets of stomach acid can settle on your throat, causing a tickling sensation, which forces you to clear your throat. It's called "silent reflux".

You may not notice that you often clear your throat, especially if you have been doing it for a long time. Ask a friend, spouse or colleague to observe you.

2 You can"t Stop coughing

Do not ignore a cough that lasts more than three weeks. This could be a sign of acid reflux or life-threatening diseases such as pneumonia or lung cancer.

The reflux causes coughing for the same reasons as to clear our throats: the acid in the stomach irritates the trachea and throat.

Here are some other unique reasons why you can not stop coughing.

3. You have trouble swallowing

Chronic acid reflux can have devastating effects on your esophagus. According to Healthline, it can damage the lining of the esophagus, which causes inflammation and scar tissue, narrowing the esophagus.

A narrower esophagus can prevent you from swallowing food and drinks. Even worse, food may get stuck when you swallow them.

4. Your sore throat has won"do not go far

Do you have a sore throat every other day? This could be a sign of acid reflux, especially if it is not accompanied by cold symptoms such as runny nose.

The stomach acid can cause pain in the throat when it goes back up into the esophagus. You may also notice hoarseness because stomach acid also affects the voice box.

5. Excess saliva in your mouth

You probably know how uncomfortable it is to have excess saliva in your mouth. Most of the time, this occurs after consuming foods that cause acid reflux.

The salivary glands tend to produce excess saliva when they notice an irritation of the esophagus in order to wash everything that is there.

6. Sour or bitter taste in your mouth

According to research from the Mayo Clinic, heartburn and acid taste in the mouth are two telltale signs of GERD. Sometimes the juices of the stomach can reach the mouth, leaving a bitter taste or acid.

Common causes of acid reflux

I bet you're happy to know the hidden signs of acid reflux. Now you can spot it even when you do not have heartburn.

But would it not be better for me to explain the common causes of acid reflux? In this way, you can reduce the risk of GERD and avoid the discomfort badociated with this condition.

Here are the common causes of acid reflux:

• Eat just before going to bed
• Eat trigger foods such as dairy products
• Too much food in one sitting
• Smoking
• Excessive consumption
• Wear tight clothing or belts
• To be overweight

Have you ever presented any of these less common symptoms of acid reflux? What are you doing to get relief?

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