When the "out" part of "better out than in" never occurs
Guzzling an Avalanche Amber Ale on a globally-heated day is satisfying. Equally satisfying is ripping a belch powerful enough to set off car alarms, afterwards. Imagine never experiencing such. This is the reality for those suffering from "no burp syndrome" or retrograde cricopharyngeus dysfunction (RCPD). This rare condition has very little awareness, even among doctors. Here's a guide for no-burpers and curious onlookers. And here is one woman's story.