I accidentally swallowed a whole hard sugar candy that was a cough drop. Should I be worried about this or see a doctor?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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no need to worry you will be fine

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Answered 04/07/2025

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My 5-year-old daughter has adenoid hypertrophy measuring 2.4x2.2 cm and keeps getting frequent colds and coughs. The doctor recommended surgery but I'm worried can this be treated with medicines instead? I'd like to avoid surgery if possible, what are our options?

If she is getting symptoms like mouth breathing and snoring, recurrent ear infection, it's better to go for surgery adenoidectomy.

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I've had this lump under my earlobe on my neck for over a year now, and it's about the size of a coin. I'm really curious about what it might be and how I can get rid of it. Could you help me understand more about it?

That needs evaluation,get an FNAC done and visit Genral physician for appropriate management

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I've been having this weird pain in my throat whenever I drink water, but interestingly, it doesn't hurt when I eat. Sometimes, there's a slight discomfort when I swallow saliva. I'm just wondering what could be causing this. Any ideas?

That could be mucosal congestion no need to worry take warm foods and stay hydrated,if its becoming worse visit ENT docotor for evaluation and appropriate management.

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