Ear Pain
An earache is a sharp, dull, or burning ear pain in one or both ears. This condition is medically called otalgia. The symptoms may last a short time or be ongoing, causing discomfort, pain, and temporary loss of hearing.
GERD can affect the ears. When the stomach’s acidic contents go back into the esophagus, it can affect the larynx and make the middle ear more susceptible to damage and infection. In addition, gastroesophageal reflux can expose the middle ear to gastric enzymes or substances that help digest the food in the stomach. When the gastric or digestive juices go back up into the esophagus, they may reach the middle ear, damaging the protective membrane.
The data shows that 54% of patients with GERD may experience loss of hearing, balance, and ear infections. A lifestyle change can cure ear pain related to gastroesophageal reflux disease. Minding the lower esophageal sphincter level will make gastroesophageal reflux disease more manageable; monitoring the food intake may help alleviate this symptom.
