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Suggest Treatment For Difficulty Swallowing And Irritated Throat

Hello, I am a 19 year old male. For the last week or so I have had a difficult time swallowing basic foods. Today my throat began to feel irritated (like the need to clear it often) and it feels constricted. I am running a low fever and my left ear is starting to hurt and ring. I am a bit concerned- I am a chewing tobacco user. But I have also had bad heart burn often these last few months. I would just like your thought on the matter. I cant find a clear answer online. It ranges from GERD to cancer etc. Thanks.
Fri, 23 Sep 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of difficulty swallowing and irritated throat which seems to be due to acid reflux disease due to dysfunction of esophageal sphincter and it could be due to pharyngitis.

Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper checkup. Doctor may order endoscopy to find exact cause and can start treatment accordingly. You should take light walk after every meal and take antacid after every meal. Drink plenty of water and diet rich in fibres and probiotics.For now avoid eating spicy and heavy meal specially at night.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Difficulty Swallowing And Irritated Throat

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of difficulty swallowing and irritated throat which seems to be due to acid reflux disease due to dysfunction of esophageal sphincter and it could be due to pharyngitis. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper checkup. Doctor may order endoscopy to find exact cause and can start treatment accordingly. You should take light walk after every meal and take antacid after every meal. Drink plenty of water and diet rich in fibres and probiotics.For now avoid eating spicy and heavy meal specially at night. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari