I've had these red bumps on the back of my throat for about a month now, but they don't hurt. I've also been having digestion issues, and I'm wondering if it's all connected. I've been smoking around five cigarettes a day too. What could be going on? Should I be worried?

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it can be due to erythroplakia and digestion problem is due to acidity so quit smoking things will get improve afetr you quit smokinh

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I've had a vocal polyp for the last 4 months and my voice hasn't been the same since. The doctor recommended surgery to remove it but I'm wondering if homeopathy could help me avoid the operation and get my normal voice back. Are there any specific homeopathic medicines that might work for this?

polypectomy ,ent opinion is advised.

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I'm experiencing some numbness around my left ear and there's also this persistent pain in it. I'm really starting to worry about what this could be. Do you have any idea what might be causing this? Also, which type of doctor should I see about it?

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Thats unusual,visit General Physician for appropriate approach.and maintain balanced diet and healthy lifestyle

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