Is Sensation Of Something Stuck In The Throat A Symptom Of LPR?

Posted on Tue, 28 Jul 2015

Question: hi doc! m suffering from gastrointestinal problem since a year...but since last 2 3 months...i always feels something sticking in my throat. whether empty stomach or not...it's really very problematic situation for me and I really want to get rid of it...can u pls help me what should I do with it..is it LPR...OR something else?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Following advice.

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.

Your symptoms are typical for GERD (acid reflux disease) and LPR (laryngeal pharynx reflux which is the major clinical manifestation of GERD).

If you were my patient I would recommend to:
- do upper endoscopy
- eat often and in small portions
- avoid alcohol, caffeine and energy drink
- avoid laying down 3 hours after eating
- use antacids (Malox)
- use PPI like omeprazole for at least 8 weeks

Hope this was of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Klerida
p.s: if you have more questions, please don't hesitate to ask me again.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (27 minutes later)

thanks doc!..can u provide me the dosage of the medicines malox and omeprazole...and the timings too...when should I take it ..???

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Malox after meal/omeprazole 20 mg early in the morning...

Detailed Answer:
Hi back,

Maloox can be taken immediately after meal (one tablet)
You can start taking OTC omeprazole 20 mg early in the morning (at least 30 minutes to up 1 hour before breakfast).

Hope it answered to your query! Let me know if you need further assistance!
Dr.Klerida

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar