ent gi-hepatology

RSI — Reflux Symptom Index

9-item self-report screen for laryngopharyngeal reflux (Belafsky 2002). Each symptom 0 (no problem) to 5 (severe). Total 0–45. Score >13 considered abnormal and triggers PPI trial / further workup.

Q1. Hoarseness or voice problem — over the last month*

Q2. Clearing your throat — over the last month*

Q3. Excess throat mucus or postnasal drip — over the last month*

Q4. Difficulty swallowing food, liquids or pills — over the last month*

Q5. Coughing after eating or lying down — over the last month*

Q6. Breathing difficulties or choking episodes — over the last month*

Q7. Troublesome or annoying cough — over the last month*

Q8. Sensation of something stuck in throat / lump — over the last month*

Q9. Heartburn, chest pain, indigestion or stomach acid coming up — over the last month*

References

Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.

Calculators

RFS — Reflux Finding Score · Laryngopharyngeal Reflux

Drugs

Pathways

Decision support only — verify against MDCalc, NICE, or your local guideline before clinical use.

References

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