EXTRA ESOPHAGEAL REFLUX AND SYMPTOMS OF THE EAR, NOSE, THROAT (cont'd)

Conclusion

EER is a topic to be investigated along with other important causes of ENT problems such as allergy, immune deficiency, smoke exposure, and other yet-to-be defined factors. EER sometimes is a difficult diagnosis to make and is even more difficult if not suspected. However, if EER is discovered to be an underlying or contributing problem, instituting reflux therapy often can control or even eliminate symptoms altogether.

Acknowledgment

The authors thank Pamela S. Cooper, Ph.D., for writing and editorial assistance in revising the manuscript.

Credits

Marcella Bothwell, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Otolaryngology and Department of Pediatrics

Jeff Phillips, Pharm D
Associate Professor, Department of Surgery

Stacy Turpin
Medical Illustrator, Department of Surgery

University of Missouri - Columbia
One Hospital Drive MA314
Columbia, MO 65212

Corresponding author:
Marcella Bothwell, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Otolaryngology and Department of Pediatrics
University Hospital and Clinics
One Hospital Drive DC027.00
Columbia, MO 65212
Phone: 573-882-8175
Fax: 573-884-4205
Email: bothwellm@health.missouri.edu