Why Aspiration Is an Invisible Danger in Cystic Fibrosis
Medications that stop reflux are lacking
The reason as to why aspiration is considered a silent and hidden danger to patients with cystic fibrosis is that this is currently no accurate test to evaluate reflux that may contribute to aspiration. “Also, there is no medication that stops reflux (which then leads to aspiration). Medications such as PPI (i.e., Nexium) or H2 blocker (i.e., Zantac) medications suppress acid production, which certainly can help with heartburn or cough, but they do not stop the physical action of reflux,” said Dr. Huitt.
