GERD and sore throat

[Techguy727]

Hi everyone! :) I'm a 30 year old male, and had some bad heartburn last Wednesday lasted 6 hours, took a Pepcid and it helped a little. My chest and back was burning and my ear also hurt. The days following up until today (Sunday), My throat has been hoarse, I keep needing to clear my throat and now today my throat is sore. Can acid reflux be causing all of this? If so are H2 meds like Pepcid and Zantac ok, or are PPI meds like Prilosec and Prevacid better? Thanks and have a great day!

[rls27]

I would try Zantac first. If it doesn't work, then you can try something stronger like Prilosec. Keep in mind, Prilosec may come with a lot of side effects that can be just as bothersome as the GERD. I was prescribed Prilosec and took it for six weeks until I couldn't take it any longer. Too many side effects for me. It basically blocks acid from the stomach, and while it is effective at getting rid of heartburn, you may experience a rebound once you stop taking them. You should consult with a doctor to see what they recommend before taking anything.

[selmaS]

  I forgot to mention if u have post nasal drip it too can cause reflux and a sore throat...so not just reflux alone and y u need to see a Dr to make sure u r treating the source of the problem.

[selmaS]

  Hi and welcome to the GERD forum.

It depends, and I am sure that is not what u wanted to hear, but the meds work differently for all of us, and u do have to modify ur diet and lifestyle along with taking the meds as RX'd.....

So yes, u should see a Dr and not just try to take OTC meds.....

Look to what u eat and drink...and things like; do u smoke into account as all of that will affect how the meds can help.