Some may not realize their having acid reflux problem due to the absence of heartburn. Silent acid reflux shows up as trouble and hoarseness in talking particularly in the morning, difficulty in swallowing or having excess mucus in the throat. There could be a tendency to clear ones throat and cough often. Since the treatment lies in preventing excess stomach acid, antacids and other medication are prescribed.
Understanding silent acid reflux, it is found that sometimes the lower set of sphincter muscles that normally allow food and drink to pass into the stomach and prevent stomach acid from backing up into the esophagus fails and send back acid into the lower esophagus. Since the lower esophagus is less sensitive to the stomach acid than is the upper esophagus, there are other symptoms except heartburn.
Untreated and neglected silent acid reflux could damage the voice box, vocal cords and the esophagus. Prompt professional advice followed by effective lifestyle and dietary changes could help avoid surgery, that is the ultimate solution.