What causes a feeling of lump in throat?

Posted on Wed, 11 May 2016

Question: Hi, I have had this feeling of a lump in my throat for about two weeks now. It went away for a couple of days now it's back. It almost feels like I have phlem stuck in my throat. I constantly try and clear my throat which doesn't help. It tends to get worse as the day goes on. I've tried taking Ativan as I heard it could be due to stress, it didn't help. I also took over the counter nexium which didn't help. I did see my family doctor who insisted there is nothing wrong with me and dismissed my concerns. Is there anything I can do?

Answered by Dr. Hariom Sharma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Better to go for laryngoscopy

Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I have gone through your query; and suggest you that you may go for these me investigations to rule out the diseases
1. Laryngoscopic examination of throat.
2. Haemoglobin percentage and
3. Blood sugar level.

Please send me the above mentioned report for further management or consult with your ENT Specialist.

Regards
Dr Hariom Sharma MS, XXXXXXX

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T