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Gerd can cause inflammation not only in the esophagus, but also in the throat and lungs. is this true?
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Gerd: Gerd is a cause of hoarseness, postnasal drip and cough as small droplets of food particles reach the back of the throat causing a cough. It is also a potential cause of asthma, chest congestion, bronchitis and pneumonia.
Answered 7/20/2020
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