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I have constant throat clearing problen from 2-3 months. It will be ther for some time and it will go. This is recurrent problem.

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It seems to be post nasal drip, the mucous formed in the sinus due to inflammation, starts to move backwards and causes the irritation of the throat and hence constant clearing,Hawking. ...  Read More

I have been facing constant throat clearing for last 2months. Consulted with ENT and gastroenterologist and I have taken the tablets as doctors advised. But still I'm facing the same problem. Please advise, to whom I should contact to clear my constant throat clearing problem.

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Constant clearing of throat can be either due to reflux issues or due to post nasal drip kindly provide more details ... If u have any issues with nose etc , also have u done any lifestyle modificatio ...  Read More

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Constant throat clearing particularly in the morning. Clear mucus. Irritation and feling dryness in the throat.

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Hi It could be due to pharyngitis. ...  Read More

He has constant throat clearing problem which increased in past few months, also had sudden weight loss and unable to eat spicy food

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You did not mention about any difficulty of swallowing suspecting any esophagitis or growth in esophagus leading to sudden weight loss any addictions etc so a detailed history is needed ...  Read More

Hello I am having a constant throat clearing from last 20 days,i have visited general physician he prescribed me antibiotics & paracetamol,done with the course,but did not stopped,then i visited ENT he prescribe me rabonik+sr capsule & monticope tablet,after this also same throat clearing is happening,i have done sonography and x ray both are norma

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Things which commonly cause this issue are allergy, sinusitis and relfux. The treatment of all these take some time. Please consult online. Do some steam inhalation also ...  Read More

For the past four days I have been having this irritating feeling in my throat which is causing me to clear it constantly there’s no swelling of my lymph nodes and no fever and my breathing is fine but I do take deeper breaths more than normal. No mucus or discharge will come up when I try. Doesn’t hurt just irritating.

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You seem to be suffering from reflux laryngopharyngitis which is type of acidity related disorder. You may need to take anti reflux medications for few weeks for long term benefits ...  Read More

I have constant throat clearing at night for two years. I lack sleep and I have a bit anxiety I consulted lung, ENT specialists, done all tests but nothing is found. I went to allergy center, they said it to be allergy. One ENT told that it's because of DNS . It needs a nasal surgery. I am taking homeopathic now. Please advise how to get rid of the

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Constant throat clearing can occur because of various reasons such as reflux laryngopharyngitis which is type of acidity related disorder, post nasal discharge which can occur secondary to chronic sin ...  Read More

I feel ear pressure and shortness of breath I get mucus through mouth/throat not through nose at all...nose feels dry...mucus is dripping back of the throat ...back throat is very tight and getting pressure in ears sometimes headache, I have consulted ENT ... Taken some medicines and Xylomist nasal spray ...used for 10+ days not getting permanent r

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This is postnasal drip due to allergy or infection ...  Read More

How to treat frequent throat clearing due to lpr Ppis and antacids don't seem to work Please suggest something

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It may be due to postnasal drip, take steam inhalation ...  Read More

I have been clearing throat since last 4 weeks. There is no coughing,no fever, no fatigue. Have a history of allergy. Have been taking antibiotics and was prescribed sumo cold too. Had clearing throat just become a habit or something serious ?

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For full guidance, prescription and follow up take a paid instant consultation. Hope that helps. You can even video consult directly via what sapp on 9999x104x408 ...  Read More

I am having a constant (very frequent) urge to clear my throat and feel very minor amount mucus clearing. Very little but constant urge to cough. In between once or twice happened viral cough/cold etc also, for which i took doctor prescribed medicines (set of antibiotics, antiallergic, anti acidity etc) so that got treated but this minor irritati

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It looks like reflux issue. antibiotics not required. Take antacid. Avoid spicy and oily food. ...  Read More

I have to clear my throat everytime I feel like mucus like stuck there .i have some dry cough also But this clearing throat is very irritating I did my endoscopy last year of throat which came fine Is it throat cancer or something related to lungs?

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It should be related to laryngopharyngeal reflux. ...  Read More

I always have to constantly clear my throat or else I can't speak as there seems to be mucus present always. I'm not sure what is causing this mucus but because of this, I am not able to speak properly also I feel anxious of that. Could this be due to obesity (I am obese). I have had thyroid problem (hypothyroidism) since puberty, I currently take

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Laryngitis or LPR u r having... kindly take consultation for better evaluation and treatment ...  Read More

Feels like some thing struck in the throat,have to put pressure to spit it out. Have to clear throat frequently Also have no coughing Suffering from nasal problem like nasal blockage Highest in the morning after waking up Please reply.

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Avoid clearing the throat forcefully as it causes damage to the larynx. You might have allergic rhinitis which is why your nose is blocked, and the sputum in the throat could be because of acid reflux ...  Read More

Sir, Please tell will gastritis cause pain in throat and ear . And under jaw.is it possible.please tell sir

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Gastritis with refux symptoms sometimes cause throat irritation. It has no relation with ear pain. It does not cause any jaw pain also. Jaw pain may be related to some myalgias ...  Read More

I'm having lpr and taking ppi plus antacid still not able to get rid of frequent throat clearing Please suggest something

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Hello dear Extra esopgageal symptoms of GERD need evaluation I would advise you to see a ENT surgeon then proceed with medications advised ...  Read More

I had seproplasty 4 months back now facing breathing issues , on clearing throat breathing becomes easy,on swallowing mucus goes inside, CT scan septoplasty done a week back,its Normal , PFT - also normal according to pulomonologists, i feel this as post nasal discharge what should be done? currently on fluticasone ft for last 15 days and it see

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Good morning Might be coexisting allergic component Kindly take consultation ...  Read More

I had Nissen fundoplication a year ago, the wrap is in good condition but I have little throat clearing and and throat irritation after eating even after having sompraz l 40 tablets for 2 times a day I have the same feeling . Is it due to my psychological thinking or lpr

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Kindly consult in person thanks ...  Read More

My mother 55 years old, is dealing with nasal voice since 2021 after covid recovery. She does not have cold and cough. She needs to clear throat several times a day. How to get rid of this? She may have occasional cough 3 to 4 times a day.

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connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management ...  Read More

My throat is always itchy ,where I always have to constantly keep clearing my throat.I have no cold or Flu .The irritation in the throat has been months for now.Joints are also so painful in both legs

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It may be because of Allergic Laryngitis or Reflux Laryngitis. Thorough consultation with detailed history is needed to properly diagnose and treat it ...  Read More

Throat clearing without any pain aor any lump in throat since 15 days specially at night

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You have post nasal drip ...  Read More

I suspect I have LPR conditions, I have diagnosed in hospital for any lung related issue but the test have come positive. I often get the sensation of clearing my throat, a small amount of mucus comes out and then it become relief after spliting. Specially when I eat oily food the throat is very uncomfortable and feel like clearing throat. I'm 24,

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Tab mucolite Sr Antacids orally ...  Read More

Dear Sir/Ma'am, My father is having problem of throat clearing since last 8 months after one or two hour of meal or anytime for a short time. This is not through out the day but for one or two hours. It is not dark yellow mucus but a spit in throat or food pipe that needs to be clear. He already have taken cough syrup and medicine but no cure till

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It could be due to acid reflux. Get him evaluated for acid reflux by gastroenterologist and also by pulmonologist for any other cause of cough. A nasolaryngoscopy will also be helpful. ...  Read More

Hi all, My son who is 25days old makes sounds like clearing his throat everytime I feed him and sometimes even when I don't feed him..makes faces like he is bout to throw up , is something stuck in his throat , looking at him I feel like he has difficulty swallowing the milk . please let me know what is going on

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Burping after feed is the best remedy. Make baby sleep atleast 15 minutes after feeding to prevent reflux of milk ...  Read More

Using iron tabs since one month due to HB 9 also using pan D because of blood while clearing throat doctor asked to take PAN D for one month but still having chest pain severely and also bleeding while clearing throat every day clear blood not even dark coloured. Whom should I consult?

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Dear Doctor I have been facing frequent throat clearing and some times difficult to swallow the saliva, and i have a feel like thick mucus layer in a throat and I'm trying to clear the same.. I have consulted gastroenterologist and as well as ENT for the same issue. Also, I had taken stalopam plus for anxiety. Please advise, how to diagnose that my

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Well can be due to allergy to some food which you constantly having or even due to GERD. ...  Read More

Sometimes i need to clear my throat more often while talking or if just going to talk like ahem! There is no pain in my throat or any swelling no heart burn no sore throat and no problem in eating and swallowing There is mucus while i clear my throat that is white What can it be kindly please tell

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Most likely it is post nasal discharge, get an ENT examination to rule out any sub clinical infection. ...  Read More

I have some time constant burping and throat tightness, sometime chest heaviness mainly in night or after the meal.

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Avoid spicy oily food, tea, coffee, soft drinks, alcohol and smoking (if any) Take small frequent meals Take Tab Pan 40 once daily before breakfast for 15 days for now. If persistent, then better cons ...  Read More

What are the causes of throat pain pl explain me what to do for throat pain there are no other symbols

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Plz send throat pictures ,Consult online for further evaluation. ...  Read More

Blood came out with spit, while clearing my throat in the basin. Can it be serious issue?? I am afraid please let me know...

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Proper evaluation is required ...  Read More

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