The painful, scratchy, and dry feeling in the throat due to infection or inflammation is called a sore throat. Depending on the part of the throat affected the types are pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and laryngitis. Warm salt water gargle helps soothe a sore throat.
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Why am I having acid reflux issues for months?
Query: Hi doctor, I am having issues with acid reflux for months and for the last two months my main symptoms include the following: 1. cough. 2. constant throat clearing. 3. voice hoarseness. 4. stomach gas and bloating. Over time, the stomach seems more settled but other symptoms do not go away. I had a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the clinical history and symptoms, it is consistent with acid reflux. Yes, you may proceed with the video laryngoscopy for complete confirmation. However, we must realize that the management of acid reflux involves the following : 1) Lifestyle modifications suc... Read Full »
Why do I have a sore throat despite taking a medication?
Query: Hi doctor, I have had a sore throat for the past four weeks now. And I noticed white streaks and red bumps in my throat and took antibiotics, but it was not beneficial. It has been there for the past two weeks. The doctor did blood and swab tests, but the reports were normal. And he thinks it is vir... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. There are a few possibilities based on the photographs and your clinical history (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). 1) Inflammation of the mucosa (skin) lining your throat following a viral infect... Read Full »
How to ease a sore throat after removing the tonsil stones?
Query: Hi doctor, I have two little bumps on my palatoglossal arch near my tongue where it connects. I just noticed it, so I am unsure of how long it has been there. I noticed it when I thought something was in the back of my throat and noticed a tonsil stone, so I removed it. My throat was sore after. Ple... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. I saw your clinical photographs (attachments are hidden to protect the patient's identity). I must comment that it is not unusual to have mucosal tags or irregular surfaced mucosa in that region. There could e... Read Full »
How to cure a sore throat that exaggerates while talking?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having a sore throat that comes and goes for probably around three months now. If I talk a little bit more than usual, my throat will hurt for hours. Sometimes my left ear hurts too. It feels dry and painful, and I cannot talk much as my voice fades. Then it comes back to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your clinical history and the photographs you shared (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), let me assure you that these are not cancer symptoms. The clinical history and findings are consistent with recurrent gastroesophageal reflux disease ... Read Full »