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I have heartburn, sore throat, ear pain, hoarseness, keep needing to clear throat. is this gerd?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

GERD: Could be gerd or other problem. See your doctor for a check up to determine diagnosis and give you treatment if necessary.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Yes GERD Plus: Many persons develop gerd due to postnasal drip. That is your sore throat. Clear nasal symptoms: hum, pulsatile irrigation at a rate to restore nasal cilia. Gerd: elevate head of bed. No food three hours before bedtime. More at www.Grossaninstitute.Com.

Dr Pizzo agreed

Answered 3/5/2014

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A member asked:

I have heartburn, sore throat, ear pain, hoarseness, keep needing to clear throat. is this gerd?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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Dr Pizzo agreed

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