Ep 37: Why Medications Fail LPR: An ENT’s Guide to True Reflux Relief w/ Dr. Morgan Yost

Normal endoscopy but still dealing with a lump in your throat, chronic hoarseness, or constant throat clearing? You're not imagining it and your test results aren't the whole story.

In this episode, I’m joined by ENT surgeon Dr. Morgan Yost to break down why standard reflux testing can miss LPR, the biggest myths around silent reflux, and the lifestyle strategies that can actually help.

We also talk about the Reflux Symptom Index (RSI) and how to use it to advocate for yourself at your next ENT appointment. 😉

Learn more about Dr. Morgan Yost: https://www.drmorganyost.com/

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✨ What you’ll learn in this episode: ✔️ Why a normal endoscopy doesn’t always rule out LPR ✔️ The biggest LPR myths keeping you confused about your symptoms ✔️ Which lifestyle strategies actually move the needle for silent reflux ✔️ How the Reflux Symptom Index (RSI) can help you track & manage your recovery progress ✔️ Exactly what to ask your ENT so you can get the right answers

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Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:20 LPR Myths & Lifestyle Strategies 3:20 Pepsin & Mucus Secretion 6:02 Why Normal Endoscopies Miss LPR 9:02 What an ENT might look for instead 12:00 What moves the needle for LPR 15:09 Tracking Progress with RSI 17:52 How to advocate for yourself at the ENT 22:20 Where to find Dr. Yost 24:17 Outro

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult your healthcare team before making changes to your routine.