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 ...

If you’ve had a mystery cough that just won’t go away, it’s easy to assume it’s something respiratory: maybe lingering from a cold, seasonal allergies, or even asthma. But sometimes, the source of the ...

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 ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 70-year-old female in excellent health, and I have a very healthy diet and fitness regimen. But I have had a persistent dry cough for 20 or so years. After seeing many doctors, ...

No one wants to be the person who can’t stop coughing. Not only is it uncomfortable on your throat, but it also draws angry stares from others in elevators, subway cars, and restaurants—especially ...

Anyone who has dealt with a lingering cough knows how quickly it can take over daily life. It interrupts conversations, disrupts sleep and makes even simple things like eating or drinking ...

Heartburn can feel like a burning in your upper chest, from your breastbone to your throat. Regurgitation causes your stomach contents to flow back up your esophagus, which can create a bitter ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Many people use the two terms interchangeably, but heartburn and acid reflux are not the same thing. In ...

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...

Acid reflux refers to the flow of stomach acid back into your esophagus, a connecting tube between your throat and stomach. It is also known as gastroesophageal reflux and occurs as heartburn, a ...