PREVIEW
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) causes many disorders of the esophagus, but the condition may also contribute to asthma and even be a major cause of noncardiac chest pain. Physicians need to be aware of various other manifestations of GERD to treat them appropriately. In this article, Drs Burton, Murray, and Thompson explore GERD as the cause of ear, nose, and throat conditions, such as chronic cough, voice change, hoarseness, globus, and otalgia, and present tips for diagnosis and treatment.