- Male
- 21 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've been having this weird needle-like pain on the left side of my throat that kind of spreads to my left ear. It doesn't feel like a regular sore throat; it's barely noticeable, but it's there, and it's really freaking me out. I suffer from severe anxiety, and I'm just super worried it could be throat cancer. What do you think could be going on?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
that could be mucosal congestion,no need to worry consume warm food for relief and you can do valsalva manoever for a better result.
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Ent Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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