I am having a tickling in my throat and sometimes it feels like there is a lump in my throat when swallowing. I feel like I have to cough a lot. A couple year ago I was diagnosed with acid reflux but chose not to take medication due to side effects. I am now researching how to manage it through diet and digestive aids. I am also experiencing a runny and itchy nose with the almost constant itching in my throat. I am wondering if there are two separate issues going on. Allergies? I also know that acid reflux can become GERD which can cause barrettes syndrome which can cause cancer. How likely is this to happen with acid reflux?