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A member asked:

Been a few years, constantly clearing throat. prob not pnd because it's usually relieved when lying down. worse w/ cold temps, indoors, exercise.?

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Dr. Thomas Benda, jr answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Sometimes reflux: I wouldn't rule out PND just because you're better when laying down. Allergies, mild asthma, and reflux frequently cause these symptoms. It takes months of reflux treatment to see a difference. Would recommend seeing ent, getting a good exam after a thorough and specific history of the problem.

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Answered 6/10/2014

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