Question 1

what to do if i have pain on outside middle of throat?

Accepted Answer

ENT: If persistent, see ENT doc for exam to rule out pathology.

Question 2

does going outside with wet hair cause sore throats?

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Myth: There has been no clinical association between going outside with wet hair and developing a sore throat.

Question 3

what could cause pain outside and in the middle of throat?

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Pain in the throat: The pain in the throat is most likely due to post nasal drip.  Try some Flonase and if it does not help in a few days see your doctor.

Question 4

i have an abcess in the center outside of my throat. what caused it?

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Throat abscess: An abscess is usually caused by a bacterial infection that leads to pus that accumulates in a closed space.
I am not clear as to the the exact location you described in your question. Was the diagnosis of abscess made by a medical provider? Has treatment for the cause of the abscess been prescribed?

Question 5

my throat feels congested and "fat" on the outside, especially when i lean forward.

Accepted Answer

Have your doctor: Check to see if your thyroid gland is enlarged. Or your submandibular lymph nodes.

Question 6

i drank after my friend which was just diagnosed and has a sore on the outside if their mouth. it's been a couple of days and now my throats sore.

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Exam: See urgent care MD, rapid strep test, throat exam to rule out tonsillitis, throat culture if indicated. Soothing beverages and NSAIDs for symptomatic relief. If your friend had herpes the lip if you feel an outbreak coming you can get oral medicine, Valacyclovir 2 grams po twice and get refills for future outbreak if needed.Good luck.

Question 7

what helps sore throats?

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Sore Throat: The best treatment for a site throat depends on the cause of the sore throat.   If you have strep, you need an antibiotic.   If you have a virus, you need hydration, rest, and symptom control. Another cause of sore throats is post nasal drip from allergies.    Gargling with warm salt water can help some with all of them.

Question 8

my throat is dry?

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Dr. can check throat: New throat discomfort can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep). Throat lozenges and Tylenol or Motrin can temporarily help lessen pain.

Question 9

throat growth inside?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: A new throat growth is definitely concerning.  You should see your doctor (and eventually an ENT - otolaryngologist) so he can perform a complete history and examination on you.  It may be your regular anatomy, an infection, or a cancer.  This is something you don't want to ignore.

Question 10

my throat keep hurting me?

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All the time?: To answer your question responsibly, i woul need more info and to take a look at it. Sorry.

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I drank after my friend which was just diagnosed and has a sore on the outside if their mouth. it's been a couple of days and now my throats sore.

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