Acid reflux is the condition in which stomach enzymes, stomach acid, stomach secretion, and partially digested substances reflux from the stomach into the food pipe. Acid reflux, while not life-threatening, is linked with producing diseases and conditions in the upper respiratory tract affecting the ear, nose, throat, and even the lungs.
ENT of NJ evaluates detailed patient history with acid reflux, understands each patient’s unique causes, and performs a complete head, neck and, many times, an endoscopic examination in order to diagnose the disease and its severity and determine treatment.