Reflux can definitely cause problems you describe. Reflux will cause soreness in the mouth and throat , congestion and runny noses, pain in the ears, and headache. The acid can irritate the sinus membranes and cause symptoms that mimic a head cold. I usually wake up congested.
I've had this problem for years now. When my nose starts running I know the headache is not far behind. I try to not use pills for my reflux. I was taking Nexium for a long time until my doctor suggested cutting back. He said that Nexium can cause intestinal distress in some people. My IBS got a little better but my reflux flairs up more. I take an over the counter acid reducer when I can't keep it under control.
Smaller meals, don't eat 3 hours before you go to bed, raise the head of your bed a few inches, and don't drink or eat mint. Mint weakens the sphincter muscle, as does chocolate and coffee. The hard candy is a good idea to keep the fluids flowing, just not mint.
Talk to your doctor. It is a simple test. They feed you a barium shake and watch it on a scope, takes about 5 min or less.
I agree with your signature statement. This has definitely changed my personality. I have never before been this angry with the world. I have never before been this reclusive or fearful of the future. All I can say is; listen to these people. They know what you're going through. Take what they know and modify it to your needs. Things can get better.
And talk to your doctor. They do get things right from time to time.
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