LPR and GERD-The difference

I was asked today what the difference was between Gastroeosphogeal Reflux(GERD) and Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). This is a presentation I gave some years ago which explains it.
LPR is probably one of the commonest presentations to our clinic and if a good history is taken can be treated initially without referral. Many patients have a fear of 'throat cancer' but with simple advice and treatment can be reassured. If a patient complains of 'TRUE' dysphagia they should certainly be referred immediately.

Laryngopharyngeal Reflux from jeremygathercole