Hard palate bump
I have small bump on hard palate from last two months it's painless and hard no discomfort no any other symptoms
Coughing Treatment
Infections caused by bacteria may lead to a series of diseases such as pneumonia, whooping cough or tuberculosis. A decongestant nasal medication can give relief from associated symptoms such as a blocked nose.The medications need to be administered in limited dosage as they can cause drowsiness.
Infections caused by bacteria may lead to a series of diseases such as pneumonia, whooping cough or tuberculosis. A decongestant nasal medication can give relief from associated symptoms such as a blocked nose.The medications need to be administered ... More
Health Q&A
Sticky throat
Hello Doctor, I have been facing a persistent issue of sticky throat, especially in the morning. When I spit after waking up, thick, yellowish, thread-like mucus comes out. Sometimes, I also notice small round food particles along with the mucus. While swallowing, my throat feels coated and sticky. My tongue is always whitish with some rashes/patches and feels heavy. Occasionally, I notice slight blood in my spit while brushing in the morning. I had last year treated H pylori , but symptoms still persist. Could this be due to throat infection, sinus issue, acidity (GERD), or something else? Is it related to my previous H. pylori infection? What could be the reason for food particles in spit and white tongue coating? Please suggest possible diagnosis, required tests, and treatment. Thank you.
Do excessive frequent coughing cause 🩸?
Hey doc, i have ocd so i did frequent intentional coughs. And got bleeding like in august,December 2025 once. Then in january and march 2026 once. Whenever I do not cough I don't get any blood. During feb 27- march 5 2026, i had a cold and cough. At that time I didn't get any blood. Is it normal to get a little streak whenever we cough hard and intentionally many times? I also have a history of smoking from 2019-2022= 3 a day 2024 aug-2026 march= 9 a day. So I was worried that maybe my smoking had caused CA.
Health anxiety
Hello Doctor, I would like to consult you regarding a throat issue that has been troubling me. I have been a smoker for the past 6 years. In 2023, I noticed small lumps on my palatopharyngeal arch and consulted an ENT specialist. I was prescribed medications, including Sporlac powder, and was told it was due to irritation. After that, I had a habit of consuming alcohol daily and frequently eating spicy and oily foods, and I used to lie down immediately after meals. I have stopped alcohol since mid-2025, but I am still unable to quit smoking. Currently, I continue to notice the lumps along with throat irritation, which is causing me significant anxiety. I am worried whether this condition is serious or could develop into cancer, and it is affecting my concentration at work. I would like your guidance on whether this is due to chronic irritation or something serious, if there is any risk of cancer. Have u treated similar cases and I need elaborate answers only. Please help me 93xxxxxx09
Infection throat
Kuch bhi thandi chiz khao special banaana to gale me khich khich hoti hai. Or o sardi khasi me convert hota hai. Kabhi bhi banana khao to hota hi hai. Throat me infection hone ke baad sardi hoti hai or khasi hona confirm hai..har baar yahi hota hai. Or khasi 20 days tak rehta hi hai.
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