Chronic Cough Causes
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
3. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as (GERD), or heartburn, is a fairly common condition that you may have experienced yourself at some point. It happens when the digestive juices are able to escape out of the stomach and up the esophagus.
These juices are slightly caustic and can irritate the delicate tissues of the esophagus. This causes the well-known burning sensation that is commonly known as heartburn. It can also irritate the lining of the esophagus and, in some cases, this can result in chronic coughing.
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