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Male | 21

Could tablet have entered windpipe while sleeping?

Hello. I am 21 years old male. Last night I took a tablet for tooth ache and after taking I was feeling that it is still stuck in my throat. After a hour I went to sleep with the same feeling that the tablet is stuck in my throat. I am a bit confused that while I am sleeping the tablet may have entered the windpipe instead of food pipe. Is it possible that it entered the windpipe while I am sleeping and not letting me know that it had entered the windpipe. I would be really grateful to know the answer.

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Answered on 22nd Oct '24

When a tablet feels stuck in the throat, it is usually in the esophagus instead of the trachea. You would cough a lot if it got into the windpipe. Sometimes, it can be a feeling of something getting stuck in the throat because the tablet is dissolved for some time. Drinking water may assist it in its journey downward. However, if you experience difficulty breathing or acute pain, get medical treatment as soon as possible. 

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I am suffering from sinus problem and najal allergy since my childhood

Female | 20

Sinus issues are the usual culprits for stuffy or runny noses, headaches, and pressure around your eyes and nose. Nasal allergies occur when one's immune system reacts even to innocent substances like pollen or dust. The best way to manage this is by avoiding the triggers such as dust, using air filters, and taking allergy medications.

Answered on 19th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Sir Naku గొంతు infection వచ్చింది సార్. నేను వెంటనే ENT హాస్పిటల్ కి వెళ్ళాను.దానికి నాకు కొన్ని మందులు ఇచ్చారు డాక్టర్ గారు. అవి ఏంటంటే paracetamol tablets and multivitamin tablets and ferrous sulphate and folic acid tablets and cefixime tablet200 ml ఇచ్చారు అందులో ఒక్కొక్క దానిలో ఆరు వేసుకున్నాను. ఆ తర్వాత నుంచి కడుపుతో ఉబ్బరంగా,బరువుగా,ఏదో తిన్నట్టు బరువుగా అనిపిస్తుంది. పొత్తికడుపు పైన పట్టిసినట్టు గట్టిగా సూదిలో గుచ్చుతుంది నొప్పి వస్తుంది. ఎడమవైపు chest కింద కూడా సూదిలా గుచ్చుతున్నట్టు నొప్పి వస్తుంది. అలాగే డాక్టర్ గారు ఈనెల నేను 11న పిరియడ్ అవ్వాల్సిందే ఇంకా నేను అవ్వలేదు. వీటిని కారణాలు ఏమిటి డాక్టర్ గారు.

Female | 30

You're dealing with a throat infection, along with swelling, weight loss, fatigue, and difficulty swallowing. These symptoms could stem from infections, nutritional deficiencies, or hormonal imbalances. It's important to follow up with an ENT specialist for a proper checkup and treatment. In the meantime, stay hydrated, get plenty of rest, avoid smoking and hot food, and eat a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables to support your immune system.

Answered on 21st Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Ringing ear Right side within 2 weeks

Male | 25

There could be a lot of causes of ringing in the ear. Get evaluated by your local ent who will examine the ear and also give hearing testings.

Answered on 12th Sept '24

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Hello. In a month I will have a nasal septum surgery (Septoplasty). I would like to know how to prepare for the surgery, what tests to perform, how long the procedure will take, how long the recovery will take after the procedure and whether I should have a new CT scan of the face (the old CT scan of the face is 2 years old). I would also like to get an opinion based on the documentation of the CT scan of the face whether my case is serious? : CT scan of the paranasal sinuses - examination performed without intravenous contrast agent In the posterior ethmoid on the right side, inflammatory thickening of the mucosa up to 7 mm. In the posterior ethmoid on the left side, inflammatory thickening of the mucosa up to 4 mm. In the alveolar recess of the right maxillary sinus, inflammatory thickening of the mucosa of approx. 1 mm In the medial wall of the right maxillary sinus at the level of the middle nasal meatus, a loss of continuity of approx. 2.5 mm - variant The frontal sinuses and the sphenoid sinus on both sides, the maxillary sinus on the left, are normally free of inflammatory thickening of the mucosa. The ostia-ductal complexes are patent on both sides Aeration of the middle nasal turbinate on the left, type II The mucosa of the middle nasal turbinates and the inferior nasal turbinates was significantly thickened on both sides. The bony nasal septum in the upper part is deviated by up to 6 mm to the right, in the lower part it is deviated by up to 4 mm to the left

Male | 28

To get your nasal septum surgery, you need blood tests and maybe a nasal swab. The surgery is expected to last from 1-2 hours. The recovery time may be different, but you might have to keep still for a few days. Your old CT scan is nice, but doing the new one preoperatively is a good idea. Your case is not so serious, however, the surgery will be a positive thing for you in terms of breathing and reduced infections.

Answered on 6th Nov '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Atul Mittal

Dr. Atul Mittal

I have strep throat since 3 days. I see white patches on back of my throat and pain while swallowing and i also have fever and chills.

Female | 27

You might be suffering from strep throat. Strep throat is caused by bacteria that can make your throat hurt a lot. The white patches you see are a common sign of strep throat. You may also have a fever and chills. To feel better, you should rest, drink fluids, and take medicine your doctor might prescribe to fight the infection. Gargling with warm salt water can also help soothe your throat. 

Answered on 1st Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am suffering from throat pain and ear pain from last 10 days.I had one course of Azithromycin and Amoxicillin. Still no change

Female | 33

Throat with ear pain persistent despite antibiotics can mean a few things. Non responsiveness to antibiotics could mean resistance, you could have a different issue than an infection that's causing pain. Please visit your local ENT for detailed evaluation and diagnosis.

Answered on 19th July '24

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

i hve back of throat in orange bumps

Female | 19

Tonsil stones are­ small items in your throat. They are made­ of food, mucus, and bacteria. You might have bad breath, a sore­ throat, or trouble swallowing. Gargle with warm salt water to re­move them. Also, drink lots of water. Ke­ep your mouth clean. This can stop tonsil stones from forming.

Answered on 23rd July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

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