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Doctor, I have had a bumpy structure on both palatopharyngeal arches for the past few years, which I have marked in the attached photos. I am 25 years old and a smoker.About 3 years ago, I consulted an ENT specialist regarding this. The doctor examined me and said that it was due to inflammation and prescribed Sporlac. After taking the medicine, the bumpy structure disappeared. However, about three months later, it appeared again, initially on the left side.I have also had a habit of eating spicy and oily foods, late-night meals such as biryani, and consuming alcohol for the past two years. I have recently stopped drinking alcohol and have also reduced/avoided spicy and oily foods and late-night meals.I am concerned about whether these persistent/recurrent bumps could be related to cancer because I am a smoker. I frequently examine my throat using a mirror and my mobile phone torch, and this has been causing health anxiety. Could you please recommend appropriate treatment.
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Hello
Good that you stopped alcohol and improved your diet. It would be better if you stopped smoking as well. Whatever you are having right now seems like the effect of years of acid reflux which won't go away in a day or week or even a month. It takes lots of time and dietary management.
Next Steps
stop smoking
reduce spicy food
consume curd/buttermilk along with your meals
hydration according to your weight and height
have dinner 2h before sleeping
Health Tips
Observe for 3-4weeks with all these lifestyle changes. You can consult an ENT nearby. My clinic is in Bangalore 😄
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Hello. Hope you are doing well today.
I have seen the images sent by you.
It doesn’t appear to be anything sinister although an in person checkup would assist me in guiding you better. It’s great that you have taken preventative measures ( stopping alcohol and spicy foods).
Next Steps
Kindly visit an ENT specialist for a thorough examination
Health Tips
- Avoid smoking as it can further cause inflammation
- Frequent sips of warm water
- Adequate hydration
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Hi
These changes are related to reflux disorder. Smoking being a major factor , in addition to irregular dietary habits and spicy food.
There is nothing suspicious in the photo.
So nothing to worry regarding cancer.
Next Steps
Would advise to quit smoking permanently.
Lifestyle modifications.
avoid oily spicy food
PPIs x 4 weeks
to consult for detailed discussion.
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