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Constant urge to clear my throat
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 irritation in throat still remains.
What can be the problem and solution pls?
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LPRD OR GERD also causes, throat clearing problem. Post nasal drip, due to sinus problem, you get this problem
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avoid spicy and masala food intake. tea, coffee, if you avoid it is good
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Consult for proper management
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Hello..you could be suffering from LPRD or Post nasal drip..a proper history and thorough examination is required for proper diagnosis and treatment will be advised accordingly
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Visit clinic for proper ENT examination
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Chronic reflux acidity can cause this problem
Make sure your meals are on time
You may start reflux preventing raft syrups twice daily after meals
Regular physical exercise and plenty of oral fluids is important
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Dr. Jaimini Thakkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Anand
It looks like reflux issue.
antibiotics not required.
Take antacid.
Avoid spicy and oily food.
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Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Udaipur
Hi, I am Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat MS ENT.
Your symptoms suggest a condition commonly referred to as “chronic throat clearing” or “chronic throat irritation.” The possible causes include:
Common Causes:
1. Post-Nasal Drip (Upper Airway Cough Syndrome)
2. Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR):
3. Allergic Pharyngitis or Chronic Pharyngitis:
4. Habitual Throat Clearing (Neurogenic):
5. Environmental Factors: Dry air, air pollution, frequent exposure to irritants (e.g., perfumes, chemicals).
Next Steps
A thorough examination including nasal endoscopy or laryngoscopy to look for signs of post-nasal drip, reflux changes, or vocal cord irritation.
Health Tips
Steam inhalation twice daily.
Warm saline gargles.
Adequate hydration (plenty of fluids).
Avoid spicy foods, late-night meals, smoking, alcohol, and caffeine if LPR is suspected.
Maintain humidified air in living spaces.
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