I've been feeling this weird tightness in my throat and its getting really uncomfortable. On top of that, Im having trouble sleeping even though I feel super sleepy. Its a bit worrying, and I'm just wondering if this could point to some medical condition? Do you think its something serious that I should be concerned about?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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2+ Yrs

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That could be Pharyngitis or Bronchitis which is causing such symptom,do salt water gargling twice daily and consume warm food.

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Answered 25/07/2025

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