Lifestyle Intervention in Post-infectious GERD With Respiratory and Esophageal Manifestations: A Case Report

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can present with extra-esophageal symptoms such as asthma-like dyspnea and hoarseness. The present case is a 42-year-old male who developed post-infectious GERD with hoarseness and upper back pain. Laryngoscopy showed laryngeal inflammation and esophageal biopsy confirmed eosinophilic infiltration. Pharmacologic therapy provided partial relief; however, dysphonia persisted. Lifestyle modifications led to significant symptom improvement. This case highlights the interplay between GERD and airway symptoms and the role of lifestyle intervention in management.