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Is Constant Clearing Of The Throat A Cause For Concern?
For the past 2 days I have the feeling of something in my throat I can t clear. Last night I panicked thinking about my airway getting blocked with constantly clearing my throat to no avail so I went to the emergency room. They did an EKG and a chest x-ray then released me with a few subscriptions for famotidine and pro air HFR. Along with that I am drink lots of warm liquids and gargling with salt water. None of this seems to be helping and I am unable to sleep. I m a 61 year old male who is a former smoker.
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dear have you had similar episode previously??since when are you smoking???are you diabetic??
you may be suffering from acute viral pharyngitis with bronchitis with ?? underlying COPD.have you getting sputam??if yes what is the colour??
it will take 2-3week duration to recover.
you need to start antibiotics like azithromycin 500mg for five days,tab.cefpodaxime clavulinate 200 twice a day for five days.use expectorants . avoid cool drinks and freeze water. if symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. I think I answered to your question if you have more questions feel free to ask.
take care
thank you for trusting HCM.
dear have you had similar episode previously??since when are you smoking???are you diabetic??
you may be suffering from acute viral pharyngitis with bronchitis with ?? underlying COPD.have you getting sputam??if yes what is the colour??
it will take 2-3week duration to recover.
you need to start antibiotics like azithromycin 500mg for five days,tab.cefpodaxime clavulinate 200 twice a day for five days.use expectorants . avoid cool drinks and freeze water. if symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. I think I answered to your question if you have more questions feel free to ask.
take care
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