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How To Treat A Small Hard Lump At The Back Of My Throat?

I have a small hard lump at the back of my throat, on the left side. I have had it before and have eventually dislodged it without touching with a finger and found a hard bean like thing in my mouth. This happened a week ago but it still feels as if there is something there.
Tue, 29 Sep 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query small hard lump at the back of your throat are pointing towards a condition known as granular pharyngitis, which is a infection of pharynx behind the uvula. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to start with warm saline gargles and betadine gargles 3-4 times a day. For pain and swelling you should take ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics penicillin or amoxicillin. Take mucolytic agent like ambroxol or decongestants. You should take steam inhalation as well. Do chlorhexidine mouth-rinse as well. Avoid hot, sharp , spicy food substances and carbonated beverages.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Treat A Small Hard Lump At The Back Of My Throat?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query small hard lump at the back of your throat are pointing towards a condition known as granular pharyngitis, which is a infection of pharynx behind the uvula. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to start with warm saline gargles and betadine gargles 3-4 times a day. For pain and swelling you should take ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics penicillin or amoxicillin. Take mucolytic agent like ambroxol or decongestants. You should take steam inhalation as well. Do chlorhexidine mouth-rinse as well. Avoid hot, sharp , spicy food substances and carbonated beverages. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari