GERD Symptoms (Cont.)

Other Symptoms of GERD

Other, less common symptoms with GERD may include:
 
  • A sore throat
  • Hoarseness, especially in the morning
  • Coughing
  • Breathing problems similar to asthma
  • Bad breath.
     

GERD Symptoms: Summary

There are a number of GERD symptoms, with heartburn being the most common. However, not everyone with heartburn has GERD. For people who only get occasional heartburn, over-the-counter medications often relieve the discomfort. But if you experience heartburn two or more times a week, or if over-the-counter antacids work only temporarily or not at all, you may have GERD. If you think you have gastroesophageal reflux disease, talk to your healthcare provider. GERD treatment is available. For most people, it is quite successful in relieving their symptoms.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD