Atypical Laryngopharyngeal Reflux w/ Dr. Inna Husain | BackTable ENT Podcast Ep. 175

In this episode, laryngologist Dr. Inna Husain joins host Dr. Ashley Agan for a deep dive into laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) to illuminate patient presentation, diagnostic tests, and future directions in LPR research.
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SYNPOSIS
The episode begins with a recap of Episode 83, in which Dr. Husain explained LPR fundamentals. Continuing from where they left off, the surgeons discuss various presentations of LPR, emphasizing the distinctions between acidic/non-acidic and direct/indirect reflux. Then, they review tests used to diagnose LPR and role of collaboration with gastroenterology colleagues. Dr. Husain shares her therapeutic approach to LPR, which includes lifestyle modifications for all patients, alginates for those with mechanical reflux, and nerve blocks for those with neurally mediated symptoms. The podcast wraps with a discussion of hot topics in LPR research.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
01:01 - Sponsor Spotlight: Medtronic ENT Innovations
04:37 - Summary of BackTable Episode 83 on Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)
08:34 - Typical vs. Atypical Presentations of LPR
23:36 - Dr. Husain’s Personal Experience with LPR
38:27 - Diagnosing LPR
46:43 - Lifestyle & Dietary Changes for LPR
50:53 - Hot Topics in Contemporary LPR Research
53:17 - The Brain-Gut Connection & LPR
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RESOURCES
BackTable ENT Episode 83: “Laryngopharyngeal Reflux with Dr. Inna Hussain:” www.backtable.com/shows/ent/p...
Medtronic ENT
www.medtronicent.com
Dr. Inna Husain’s Community Healthcare System profile: www.comhs.org/find-a-doctor/h...
Dr. Inna Husain’s X:
x.com/drinnahusain
Dr. Inna Husain’s Instagram:
/ innahusainmd
Dr. Inna Husain’s TikTok:
/ throatdoc
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[@Kate98755]

i was diagnosed 2 weeks ago and now i have to have an upper gi to see any damage to my esophagus….i have EOE in my family…i was also diagnosed with Alpha 1 in Nov….working to learn to work with both these issues…and potentially may have a third with EOE.

[@nicholastsaclas2619]

Excellent! Bravo to you both. Highly recommend anyone with this condition to watch this.....twice! 👏

[@susanlee8609]

Sad how many doctors act like they don't even know LPR is a thing.