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Granular Pharyngitis

Granular pharyngitis is a chronic condition characterized by a persistent sore throat that lasts for a few weeks or recurs frequently. Smoking, alcohol, and post-nasal discharge syndrome are the common causes of granular pharyngitis. The most common symptoms include hoarseness of voice, difficulty swallowing, and swollen neck glands. The treatment depends on the underlying conditions that led to granular pharyngitis.

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I have throat pain even while swallowing saliva. What to do?

Query: Hi doctor, I have throat pain. The pain aggravates during eating or drinking. I also feel the pain while even swallowing saliva. I have the pain for the past three days. I am currently taking lozenges (Strepsils).  Read Full »


Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for posting the query. I have gone through the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity) thoroughly, and I believe that you are suffering from acute granular pharyngitis. You need to start with home remedies such as 1. Drinking frequent sips of warm...  Read Full »

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