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Throat tightness

2020-04-16 14:52:17
Since yesterday night I am having this throat tightening..it feels as if my throat is being pressurised.then it becomes a bit difficult to swallow..what is this ??
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It might be due to infections. You can try gargling with warm water adding salt to it.Also practice steam inhalation for airway soothing.
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Answered2020-04-16 15:14:54

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Do warm water gargle with pinch of salt in it .could be pharyngitis ..if no fever only this much is sufficient
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