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When I woke up this morning I had this feeling in my throat ...
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When I woke up this morning I had this feeling in my throat like I swollowed a peanut. My throat isn''t sore but it feels like half way down on the left side there is a peanut there. It does hurt or feels dry/sore just in that spot. Do I need to see a doctor?

 

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February 14 9:35 PM (2 minutes later)
         
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Hi,
Since you are online, could you please give some more information:

What is your age?

Any fever?

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Reply to Dr. D. Evans's Post: I'm 53 and no I do not have a fever.
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February 14 10:04 PM (27 minutes and 26 seconds later)
         
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The most likely cause is a throat infection; this could be an infection of the tonsils and pharynx.

You can try the following home treatment.

Rest.
Plenty of fluids.
Tab. Motrin (OTC) 200 mg twice daily for the pain.
Hexidine mouth wash (OTC) - use for mouth wash three times daily.

Another important home treatment is Menthol steam inhalation - add Menthol salts (available OTC) to a bowl of steaming water and inhale the steam two - three times daily - this will relieve the congestion.

If the feeling persists beyond three days, or gets worse, you will need to see a doctor for a prescription for antibiotics.

 

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