Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
1. Introduction and Immediate Summary Laryngopharyngeal Reflux or LPR occurs when gastric contents travel backward up the esophagus and breach the upper esophageal sphincter, entering the delicate tissues of the pharynx and larynx. Unlike traditional acid reflux, which typically causes chest burning, this condition primarily presents with throat-related symptoms such as chronic clearing of the … Read more