The Skinny on Acid Reflux Acute acid reflux, as anyone who suffers from it knows, is a sudden burning surge of stomach acid that flares up into the throat, much like the lava But the fact that acid reflux can disguise itself as other diseases is a really strong argument for not diagnosing it yourself.May 31, 2018 · I never really thought a lot about my reflux. I felt a cold, peppermint like sensation crawling up my throat. I would scull some Gaviscon and forget about the cold, spicy sensation crawling up my throat. I was 18, enjoying the freedom of the halls, the alcohol, the sleepless nights, the 2-5 strong coffees before that 8am legal studies lecture.