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Flu left 2 weeks ago, sore throat when swallowing for 2 weeks. slight cough and lots of phlegm stuck in throat. could this be cancer? very worried
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Extremely unlikely: This is far more likely to be allergic or a chronic viral sinusitis. Try an over the counter antihistamine (like loratidine) and see if it improves. If not, visit your doctor, but cancer rarely if ever presents with these symptoms. Hope this helps!
Answered 8/30/2014
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Throat: Probably post viral syndrome but maybe some acid reflux as well. Drink lots of water and gargle.If it persists see an ENT. Not likely to be cancer
Answered 4/5/2020
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