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What Causes Throat Tingling?

Why do I get the feeling of pins an needles in the throat? I am a 40 yr old female, this has been going on for over 5-6 years. I ve lost track. My thyroid always test normal and the ultra sound was normal, however this wasn t in a flare up when the test took place. It may go for months without a bother but other times it s acting up for weeks. It doesn t last a long time an tends to come an go like a tickle. I will assure you it s not just a tickle. It feels as if there are many sharp points poking at once and then weird feeling follows like blood rushing down under the tissue. (Like the feeling you get when you put your head upside down for a minute an then turn upright.
Wed, 2 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tingling sensation in throat which is mainly due to accumulation of secretions leading to post nasal drip. Tingling sensation in throat can also occur because of due to upper respiratory infection or sinusitis. I would suggest you to take nasal sprays and do warm saline gargles. You should take proper antibiotic course for 5 days. You should take antiallergic medication Sinarest as well. Visit ENT specialist once and get it examined. You should get routine blood test and throat swab done and start treatment after proper diagnosis. Avoid cold carbonated beverages. Avoid oily and sharp food. Drink plenty of fluids. Also apply warm compresses on neck . Doctor may also refer you to neurologist for nerve dysfunction.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Throat Tingling?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tingling sensation in throat which is mainly due to accumulation of secretions leading to post nasal drip. Tingling sensation in throat can also occur because of due to upper respiratory infection or sinusitis. I would suggest you to take nasal sprays and do warm saline gargles. You should take proper antibiotic course for 5 days. You should take antiallergic medication Sinarest as well. Visit ENT specialist once and get it examined. You should get routine blood test and throat swab done and start treatment after proper diagnosis. Avoid cold carbonated beverages. Avoid oily and sharp food. Drink plenty of fluids. Also apply warm compresses on neck . Doctor may also refer you to neurologist for nerve dysfunction. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari