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What Causes Yellow/red Inflamed Patches On Back Of The Throat?

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Posted on Tue, 8 Jul 2014
Question: There are yellow/red inflamed patches on the back of my throat which are sensitive to touch but are not painful. I have post nasal drip from allergies but these patched have been there for about a year. Anti histamines and nasal steroids don't help to get rid of them. Any ideas? I cant upload a picture at the monent.
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Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
As below:

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. The inflamed patches are known as granular pharyngitis. It usually signifies repeated pharyngitis.

2. Take a broad spectrum antibiotic, anti-reflux agents and a medicated gargle. Avoid any foodstuff that you may suspect allergy to.

3. Get a throat swab and a plain sinus CT done. If these are normal, a short course of oral steroids will help.

4. Chronic granular pharyngitis makes the throat sensitive and repeated sore throats. Sometimes cauterization of the inflamed patches may help.

I hope that I have answered your queries. If you have any further questions, I will be available to answer them.

Regards.
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What Causes Yellow/red Inflamed Patches On Back Of The Throat?

Brief Answer: As below: Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for your query. 1. The inflamed patches are known as granular pharyngitis. It usually signifies repeated pharyngitis. 2. Take a broad spectrum antibiotic, anti-reflux agents and a medicated gargle. Avoid any foodstuff that you may suspect allergy to. 3. Get a throat swab and a plain sinus CT done. If these are normal, a short course of oral steroids will help. 4. Chronic granular pharyngitis makes the throat sensitive and repeated sore throats. Sometimes cauterization of the inflamed patches may help. I hope that I have answered your queries. If you have any further questions, I will be available to answer them. Regards.