Reviewed by Jeffrey B. King, MD
Gastroesophageal reflux is a backward flow or reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus. Symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease include:
- Heartburn
- Sour taste in the mouth
- Pain occurring in the middle of the chest or stomach
- Chronic cough
- Choking sensation
- Increased trouble breathing while asleep
- Swallowing problems
- Sore throat
- Recurrent pneumonia
- Chronic sinusitis.