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What Causes Feeling Of Having Lump In Throat And Clogged Ears?

about 2-3 weeks ago i've noticed a lump feeling in my throat that causes mild discomfort when i swallow. i also have a clogged feeling in my inner ears that occasionally itch and make slight popping noises when i yawn. allergy season is in full swing where i live. what could it be?
Thu, 11 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

Thanks for your query . The symptoms you mention in query are pointing towards a condition known as tonsillitis (which you feel as a lump in throat) . Tonsillitis occur due to upper respiratory track infection .

Sometimes mucus due to infection travel from throat to Eustachian tube and give feeling of clogged ears .This condition is known as Eustachian tube disorder also gives popping sound when yawn .

Eustachian tube connect middle ear to throat and balance pressure of middle ear.

I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist (ear,nose,throat) for proper examination and to find out exact cause . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (penicillin or amoxicillin) course , decongestants or recommend tonsillectomy .

For now do warm saline gargles 3-4 times a day and drink glass of warm water mix with one spoon of honey.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Feeling Of Having Lump In Throat And Clogged Ears?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for your query . The symptoms you mention in query are pointing towards a condition known as tonsillitis (which you feel as a lump in throat) . Tonsillitis occur due to upper respiratory track infection . Sometimes mucus due to infection travel from throat to Eustachian tube and give feeling of clogged ears .This condition is known as Eustachian tube disorder also gives popping sound when yawn . Eustachian tube connect middle ear to throat and balance pressure of middle ear. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist (ear,nose,throat) for proper examination and to find out exact cause . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (penicillin or amoxicillin) course , decongestants or recommend tonsillectomy . For now do warm saline gargles 3-4 times a day and drink glass of warm water mix with one spoon of honey. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari