There are different over-the-counter therapies to help relieve the discomfort associated with acid reflux. But did you know ...

GERD, postnasal drip, and asthma are 3 of the most common causes of chronic cough in all age groups. In prospective adult studies, GERD either alone or in combination with other diseases contributes ...

Dear Dr. Gott: For the last four years, my 13-year-old daughter has had periodic attacks of coughing spasms. We have been told she has asthma. Treatment with a variety of medications for this ailment ...

The new work by UCSF researchers could lead to interventions to prevent pneumonia or treat certain types of chronic cough. When a mouthful of water goes down the wrong pipe – heading toward a healthy ...

Avoiding food and drinks that trigger reflux symptoms can be super helpful in keeping the coughing at bay. “The initial treatment for cough [caused by reflux] often consists of minor lifestyle changes ...

Acid reflux is a very common (but also often very annoying or distressing) medical problem that can make your life miserable at times. It may make it feel like your heart or stomach is literally on ...

Coughing is one of the body’s most essential protective reflexes, designed to remove foreign irritants like dust, bacteria, and viruses from the airways. While it serves a critical role in keeping us ...

While effective in treating sleep apnea, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines are not the easiest to adapt to, which is why around 50% of those with sleep apnea give up on the ...