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What causes laryngopharyngeal reflux? cancer?
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REFLUX: Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is the retrograde flow of gastric contents into the larynx, oropharynx and/or the nasopharynx. If you have concerns about cancer consult with an ENT or Gastroenterologist for examination and diagnosis.
Answered 1/3/2021
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