Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Mild Sore Throat?
I have a mild sore throat persisting over week with no other symptoms. I get more air with the nostril opposite the side of the soreness and I think I snore when I drink. I was a smoker, but quit. I have been tested for aids and have no family history of cancer. My mother has copd, should I worry about throat cancer or pulmonary disease or am I being a hypochondriac?
Wed, 17 May 2017
User's Response
Dr. Tabassum Aziz,
ENT Specialist's Response
ENT Specialist's Response
Mild sore throat does not mean it's cancer
It is might be due to environmental irritants and sensitivity to certain food like some might be sensitive to Citric good,gastro esophageal reflux diseases and post nasal drip in sinusitis is also cause.
If no fever it's better to start with simple analgesic ist
It is might be due to environmental irritants and sensitivity to certain food like some might be sensitive to Citric good,gastro esophageal reflux diseases and post nasal drip in sinusitis is also cause.
If no fever it's better to start with simple analgesic ist
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Throat cancer
Loading Online Doctors....