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What Causes Tenderness And Occasional Pain In Suprasternal Notch Area?
Question: what are possible causes for tenderness and occasional pain in suprasternal notch area and lump feeling in throat. 51 year old female, partial thyroidectomry left lobe and isthmus 13 years ago for 3 large benign nodules. Otherwise 'normal' thyroid.
Brief Answer:
tracheitis and lymphoid hyperplasia
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
The possible causes for tenderness in the suprasternal notch are :
The commonest being inflammation of the trachea. This is usually occurs as a result of infection of the respiratory system.
This may be the reason for feeling of lump in the throat. This is usually seen in patients with hyperplasia ( enlargement) of the lymphoid tissues. The enlargement causes uneven elevation if the mucosa of the throat, giving the feeling of lump.
The thyroid has nothing to do with these symptoms.
tracheitis and lymphoid hyperplasia
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
The possible causes for tenderness in the suprasternal notch are :
The commonest being inflammation of the trachea. This is usually occurs as a result of infection of the respiratory system.
This may be the reason for feeling of lump in the throat. This is usually seen in patients with hyperplasia ( enlargement) of the lymphoid tissues. The enlargement causes uneven elevation if the mucosa of the throat, giving the feeling of lump.
The thyroid has nothing to do with these symptoms.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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