It does not matter that the symptoms are new, what you are doing will cause the symptoms to continue....the energy drink could be an issue as well as smoking.....talk to your Dr and get on a modified diet to help you.
Thank you! I smoke and drink an energy drink every morning. I know it sounds like common sense to stop but I've just started having this problem.
Hi and welcome to the GERD forum.
LPR also known as Silent reflux does have the symptom of a sensation of a lump or food still in the throat.....see a GI Dr for testing and get on not only the proper med and dosage but a modified diet and lifestyle...meds alone can not help if the offending foods continue to be consumed.