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What Causes Constant Clearing Of The Throat?

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Posted on Thu, 31 Aug 2017
Question: I have constant need to clear my throat when I am up sitting up , do not have this while in the laying down position. have now for about 10 days ?
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Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (55 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
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I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.

The symptoms of the query are highly suggestive of a sinusitis.
This is called postnasal drip.
There may be cough at night when you’re lying down.
It may also cause your voice to sound hoarse.
Headache, sinus tenderness are other possible symptoms.
All the symptoms need not be present simultaneously.
You can test this with an x ray PNS water's view.

Take a steam inhalation 4 times a day.
Drink plenty of fluids.
Allergy-proof your home.
Apply warm compress if you have headache or sinus tenderness.
Nasal drops Nasivion may help temporarily.
Antibiotics and surgery may be needed if above measures do not help.

Best of luck.
Feel free to clarify any doubt you may have.
Dr Mittal
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What Causes Constant Clearing Of The Throat?

Brief Answer: Suggestions Detailed Answer: Hello. I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think I can help you. The symptoms of the query are highly suggestive of a sinusitis. This is called postnasal drip. There may be cough at night when you’re lying down. It may also cause your voice to sound hoarse. Headache, sinus tenderness are other possible symptoms. All the symptoms need not be present simultaneously. You can test this with an x ray PNS water's view. Take a steam inhalation 4 times a day. Drink plenty of fluids. Allergy-proof your home. Apply warm compress if you have headache or sinus tenderness. Nasal drops Nasivion may help temporarily. Antibiotics and surgery may be needed if above measures do not help. Best of luck. Feel free to clarify any doubt you may have. Dr Mittal