HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Thick Sputum In Throat When Pressure Is Applied Around Lump?

I have this Pressure behind my sternum and but I know I have A hiatus hernia And I have Hart burn more than 3 days A week Its Funny but some time s when I push around on the lump spot it couses A real thick sputum to come up in my trout and mouth? Looks like skin or something? What should I do about this and what else could be happening in my chest aria? I also smoke cigarettes?
Mon, 22 Feb 2016
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello hope the answer helps you.As far my understanding sir/madam is that you have a hiatal hernia found on some imaging study but symptoms of GERD as regurgitation,retrosternal heart burn combined with cigarette smoking seems to me the cause and if obese it is aggaravated.Hiatal hernia can be associated with GERD.You dont fear try to stop somking heavy,spicy meals less frequent and small meals after 3-4 hrs and donot lie down after taking food immediately.Also some antacids will work on regular basis 3 weeks and if symptoms not improving than consult doctor as far my knowledge thanks for your response
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further inquiries on surgery procedure and its risks or complications book an appointment now
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Hernia


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Thick Sputum In Throat When Pressure Is Applied Around Lump?

Hello hope the answer helps you.As far my understanding sir/madam is that you have a hiatal hernia found on some imaging study but symptoms of GERD as regurgitation,retrosternal heart burn combined with cigarette smoking seems to me the cause and if obese it is aggaravated.Hiatal hernia can be associated with GERD.You dont fear try to stop somking heavy,spicy meals less frequent and small meals after 3-4 hrs and donot lie down after taking food immediately.Also some antacids will work on regular basis 3 weeks and if symptoms not improving than consult doctor as far my knowledge thanks for your response