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QFOR many years I have had discomfort in the back of my throat which sometimes gives me problems with swallowing.
An endoscopy showed I had reflux. I take ranitidine but the problem seems to be getting worse. My GP insists it is due to sinus congestion and mucosal drip. He gives me nasal sprays but I struggle to use them due to arthritis in my hands. Please help.
AACID reflux from the stomach is a common cause of throat discomfort. It is often caused by weakness in the muscle at the top of the stomach which may be linked to a hiatus hernia where the top portion of the stomach protrudes into the chest cavity.
Ranitidine reduces stomach acid secretion but more powerful drugs may be more effective.
Mucus trickling down the back of the throat from the nose can cause throat discomfort. This may be linked to allergic inflammation of the nose lining.
Steroids placed in the nose can help. If you can’t use a spray, you should go back to see your GP and ask to try a dropper bottle.
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