I've been feeling this throbbing sensation at the back of my throat for the last couple of days, and it comes and goes. It's getting a bit worrying. Any idea what this could be about or what I should do?

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it can be acute pharyngo-tonsillitis which is a common type of throat infection you can use antibiotic and pain killers and antibiotic consult ent specialist for the same

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It seems like youre dealing with a combination of nasal congestion, sneezing, and coughing, which can definitely be uncomfortable and disruptive to your sleep. By addressing the possible underlying causessuch as allergies, sinusitis, or drynessyou may be able to find some relief. If over-the-counter treatments arent helping, consider seeing an ENT specialist who can provide a more tailored treatment plan.

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