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

Posted on Sat, 21 Jun 2014

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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.

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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