- Male
- 20 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm wondering if it's okay to rinse my mouth with fresh water after using Betadine for gargling. Also, if I can't rinse, is it safe to swallow the saliva that comes after gargling, because I read somewhere it might cause thyroid issues? And how long should I wait before eating or drinking anything post-gargling?
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View allI'm a bit worried because during dinner I think a piece of food might've gone down my windpipe. I didn't have a choking fit or anything, but I did feel like at some point the food left my windpipe. Now it's got me wondering because I still feel like there's something stuck in my throat. Breathing and talking are fine, but I keep coughing since it feels like something's in there. Is it possible I might've just coughed it up and swallowed it, and my throat's just irritated?
Yes you are right,that coul be because of irritation nothing else,because windpipe cannot accomodate anything other than air,hence no need to worry,consume warm foods untill you feel better.
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I've been dealing with sinusitis for a while now, and it's making my head feel heavy all the time. The snoring is getting worse too, and it's really bothering people around me. Is there a way to permanently fix the snoring and headaches without surgery?
CPAP-continuous positive airway presssure is advised.
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I've been feeling like there's something stuck in my throat, like right at the back behind my tongue. It's been there for a while and no matter how much I try to clear my throat, it just won't go away. I'm really starting to get worried about it. What could this be?
That could be due to mucosal congestion do not force yourself or attempt to touch the area of concern,have warm foods and stay hydrated,takes time to heal no need to worry,if its bothering you much visit your ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate management.
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