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What Causes Severe Burning Sensation In Throat?
Question: Hi, please help me. I'm taking Thyronorm 50 for hypothyroidism - my TSH counts were at 15.99 when I started two months back and now they're at 4.98, and FT3 and FT4 have always been okay. Lately I've been experiencing some burning in my throat, which I am GUESSING is because of acid reflux. I'm wondering if the medication could be causing this. What can I do about it? I've tried:
- Digene tablets
- ENO (causes temporary relief but that's all)
- Drinking more water
- Eating watermelon, cucumber and loads of yogurt
And it's not going away - always comes back and my throat burns a lot.
I'm ALSO using a nasal drop for my sinuses - just in case that's the cause.
- Digene tablets
- ENO (causes temporary relief but that's all)
- Drinking more water
- Eating watermelon, cucumber and loads of yogurt
And it's not going away - always comes back and my throat burns a lot.
I'm ALSO using a nasal drop for my sinuses - just in case that's the cause.
Brief Answer:
Sounds like gastritis
Detailed Answer:
hi,
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible gastritis and Gerd.
The best medicine for this is rabeprazole 20 mg daily.
And thyroid medicines don't cause gastritis. What's more it's better not to stop the medicine.
I also recommend avoiding spicy food, non veg food, alcohol or coffee or tea.
Stick to vegetarian and bland diet.
Take plenty of fluids.
Avoid stress.
Test for H Pylori. if that is positive, antibiotics may be needed.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.
Sounds like gastritis
Detailed Answer:
hi,
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible gastritis and Gerd.
The best medicine for this is rabeprazole 20 mg daily.
And thyroid medicines don't cause gastritis. What's more it's better not to stop the medicine.
I also recommend avoiding spicy food, non veg food, alcohol or coffee or tea.
Stick to vegetarian and bland diet.
Take plenty of fluids.
Avoid stress.
Test for H Pylori. if that is positive, antibiotics may be needed.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.
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