What is laryngopharyngeal reflux?
Laryngopharyngeal reflux, or LPR, is the backflow of stomach contents up the esophagus through the upper esophageal sphincter into the pharynx, larynx, and lungs.
How do members experience laryngopharyngeal reflux?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with laryngopharyngeal reflux*
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Fatigue
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Pain
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for laryngopharyngeal reflux*
Who has laryngopharyngeal reflux on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 7 | |
| 30s | 28 | |
| 40s | 42 | |
| 50s | 50 | |
| 60s | 53 | |
| 70+ | 35 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 68 | |
| Female | 151 |