India, April 9 -- Sometimes a heavy meal can leave an individual with a persistent irritation in the throat that forces them to cough continuously for an extended period. While this may appear surprising to many, according to Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator who specialises in digestive, liver, pancreatic and nutritional health, it is not that uncommon.

Taking to Instagram on April 9, Dr Salhab explained the condition as LPR, short for laryngopharyngeal reflux. He revealed the cause of the phenomenon and how best to avoid it.

Coughing while experiencing heartburn is "classic" for the condition known as LPR or laryngopharyngeal reflux, stated Dr Salhab.

"Other symptoms of LPR include chroni...