6. Hoarseness and a Sore Throat: GERD’s Vocal Vendetta
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Many with GERD wake up with a husky voice or a sore throat. While occasional hoarseness can be chalked up to factors like a cold or overuse of the voice, persistent symptoms, especially on waking, can indicate nighttime acid reflux.
Our vocal cords, delicate structures vital for speech, are ill-equipped to handle the harshness of stomach acid. Constant exposure can lead to swelling, redness, and irritation, affecting voice quality and leading to persistent throat soreness.
Alongside hoarseness and a sore throat, one might experience other symptoms like a lump sensation in the throat, frequent throat clearing, or even difficulty swallowing. These collectively hint at the extensive reach of the refluxed acid. (6)
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