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I had a bad case acid reflux a few weeks ago, my dr gave meds for that.i get these spots in the back of my throat, what is it ? and how do get rid of

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Dr. Stephen Rothstein answered

Throat: may be irritation of your taste buds or minor salivary glands from the acid reflux or even mild dehydration. hard to tell without a picture.

Dr Harper agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I had a bad case acid reflux a few weeks ago, my dr gave meds for that.i get these spots in the back of my throat, what is it ? and how do get rid of

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Rothstein answered

Dr Harper agreed

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