Hi,I am Dr. Shanthi.E (General & Family Physician). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
I have a hard lump in the back of my throat that has a pitted end like a strawberry.It also runs down my throat but I can only feel to where it gags me.It feels like something gets hung in my throat and I have to clear my throat. It does not hurt but discovered it when I thought I had some food stuck.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of hard lump at back of throat which are pointing towards a condition known as granular pharyngitis , which is a infection of pharynx behind the uvula. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to to :
- For pain and swelling take ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
- Do warm saline gargles and betadine gargles alternately 2-3 times a day .
- Give warm compresses to ear .
Consult ENT specialist once for proper diagnosis and to rule out other causes. Doctor will examine physically or may order swab test or blood test to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics penicillin or amoxicillin at least for a week mucolytic agent like ambroxol or decongestants .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
What Causes A Hard Lump At Back Of Throat?
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of hard lump at back of throat which are pointing towards a condition known as granular pharyngitis , which is a infection of pharynx behind the uvula. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to to : - For pain and swelling take ibuprofen or acetaminophen. - Do warm saline gargles and betadine gargles alternately 2-3 times a day . - Give warm compresses to ear . Consult ENT specialist once for proper diagnosis and to rule out other causes. Doctor will examine physically or may order swab test or blood test to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics penicillin or amoxicillin at least for a week mucolytic agent like ambroxol or decongestants . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari