Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Throat irritation
From the last two weeks I am having a sore throat. I used to smoke alot but now I have reduced, trying to leave asape No cough. No fever. No congestion. Just irritated throat. What should I do.
Answers (4)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Rebound congestion is common when u leave smoking ... But can be due to reflux issues as well ... Keep drinking lots of water and avoid hot and spicy food ... Get a consult with ent doctor if symptoms persist ..
Next Steps
ent doctor consult
Health Tips
keep well hydrated
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+187
Dr. Sandeep Arora
Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
14 yrs exp
Delhi
This could be reflux pharyngitis with gerd. Smoking aggrevates this problem.
Next Steps
Consult online
Health Tips
Drink plenty of fluids
Avoid oily and spicy food
Quit smoking
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Ashil Manavadaria
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
9 yrs exp
Gandhinagar
Looks like GERD, more common in chronic smokers and obese individuals
Next Steps
do online consultation for medication
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
29 yrs exp
Bangalore
Get back to me on Direct Video Consultation, so that I could look at your throat and then help you.
Answered
Flag this answer
0/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.