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I have recently been diagnosed with chronic pharyngitis due to silent reflux, allergies and post nasal drip. i have persistent sore throat/larynx irritation. what is the outlook/how should i manage it?i used to smoke 1 cigar/day for 3.5 years, quit?

Q: i have recently been diagnosed with chronic pharyngitis due to silent reflux, allergies and post nasal drip. i have persistent sore throat/larynx irritation. what is the outlook/how should i manage it?i used to smoke 1 cigar/day for 3.5 years, quit?

: Not to worry. Very common problem. Avoid known triggers like eating too late at night and consider something like a sinus rinse. Some people will use an H2 blocker or other medication to improve if severe.

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Dr. Michelle Zetoony answered

Not to worry. Very common problem. Avoid known triggers like eating too late at night and consider something like a sinus rinse. Some people will use an H2 blocker or other medication to improve if severe.

Answered 6/9/2021

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

If you are overweight, losing weight is imperative. It would be prudent to consult a GI doctor. Wish you good health!

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Answered 6/11/2021

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A member asked:

I have recently been diagnosed with chronic pharyngitis due to silent reflux, allergies and post nasal drip. i have persistent sore throat/larynx irritation. what is the outlook/how should i manage it?i used to smoke 1 cigar/day for 3.5 years, quit?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Michelle Zetoony answered

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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