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What does cobblestone in the throat mean?

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Chronic irritation: Usually related to chronic postnasal drip.

Answered 10/1/2017

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Cobblestone throat: This word cobblestone refers to the appearance of your throat(rough and like a pebble ) usually this can be caused from allergies, or irritation such as acid in your throat.

Answered 11/23/2017

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Dr. Franklyn Gergits answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Cobblestoning: Hello. The term cobblestoning refers to the appearance of the lining in the back of the throat. A normal pattern of lymphatic tissue that lines the posterior wall of the oropharynx. Sinus drainage may activate this tissue causing redness and swelling.

Answered 8/22/2018

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