Question 1

in the back of my throat i can see lots of little holes, on either side. this is only in the back, and i don't have any throat pain. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

More information: What is the color of this holes? Are they found on tonsils?

Question 2

throat pain that won't go away?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Persistent throat pain is best evaluated by your doctor, who will perform an examination and order appropriate tests.

Question 3

i have had a sharp throat pain for about a week on the right side,  but i don't feel ill otherwise. a mild dull earache just developed. what shd i do?

Accepted Answer

Unilateral pain: You should see an ENT doctor to r/o R peritonsillar abscess. The ear pain on the same side is a referred pain from your throat.

Question 4

i want to know home remedies for throat pain?

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Home remedies: Saltwater gargles are very helpful. Mix a teaspoon of salt in 8 oz of warm water – gargle with this several times a day. You can gargle with aloe vera juice a couple of times per day. A mixture of chamomile tea with honey & a small amount of lemon juice is good. Pour boiling water over thinly sliced organic ginger. Steep for at least five minutes in a covered pot. Add 2 to 3 tbs of honey & sip.

Question 5

possible causes of throat pain when bending over?

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See below: Reflux, viral or bacterial pharyngitis are the most likely.  If concerned, see your doc.

Question 6

bad throat pain for two weeks. what do you recommend?

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Sore throat: For significant sore throat with swollen tonsils / lymph nodes –  see physician & get a streph throat test. Consider tylenol (acetaminophen) or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications.
Saltwater gargles: mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water – gargle several times a day. Or gargle with aloe vera juice twice a day.  Add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea.
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Question 7

what could cause throat pain inside left side of my throat?

Accepted Answer

Ear, throat: Best to get that checked by your doctor for pharyngitis, tonsillitis, otitis, etc., thru exam of throat & ears. Viral infection possibility if no fever.

Question 8

i've been experiencing throat pain and jerks in throat. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Infection/spasm: You may have an infection and /or spasms in the throat muscles. Best to have an examination by your otolaryngologist as to the underlying cause of your symptoms.

Question 9

why i had throat pain after esting?

Accepted Answer

Nerve damage: You may have a nerve damage. It is very rare, but you should consider going to ENT (ear/nose /throat doctor).

Question 10

is throat pain and toothache the same?

Accepted Answer

Not really: But an infected tooth (especially a lower molar) can have an abscess that spreads to the throat area.  There are many causes for a sore throat, however, so you should go to a local dentist or physician to be evaluated.

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In the back of my throat i can see lots of little holes, on either side. this is only in the back, and i don't have any throat pain. is this normal?

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Throat pain that won't go away?

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I have had a sharp throat pain for about a week on the right side, but i don't feel ill otherwise. a mild dull earache just developed. what shd i do?

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I want to know home remedies for throat pain?

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Possible causes of throat pain when bending over?

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Bad throat pain for two weeks. what do you recommend?

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What could cause throat pain inside left side of my throat?

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I've been experiencing throat pain and jerks in throat. what does this mean?

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Why i had throat pain after esting?

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Is throat pain and toothache the same?

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