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Chronic throat clearing for almost 2 years, could it be lung neoplasm?could that linger without getting worse for that long? never occur during sleep!
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Get checked: Some people constantly clear their throat due to anxiety. Nervous habit. Get checked and possibly referred if necessary to ENT doctor. Could be allergies or post nasal drip or more.
Answered 10/23/2017
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