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Have had major post nasal drip recently alleviated by flonase. in the wake of a clear throat, there are a few small red bumps coating it. painless.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not unusual: These are likely from lymphoid tissues (a cluster of white blood cells) induced by post-nasal drips or inflammation . They should improve within a couple of weeks if the post-nasal drips have been controlled. Sinus infection and reflux disease can also cause these bumps.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 10/15/2015

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A member asked:

Have had major post nasal drip recently alleviated by flonase. in the wake of a clear throat, there are a few small red bumps coating it. painless.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Minich agreed

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