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I cannot clear my throat; feels like mucus is there. Suggestions?
Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) | Last Active: Dec 4, 2023 | Replies (145)Comment receiving replies
Hello, this is a very common symptom (very common) of gastroesophageal reflux... if you went to doctors, they examined your throat and nothing was found, you may suspect gastroesophageal reflux... it happens for several reasons, and the most Common ones are: liquid eating, lying down/exercising/skipping after meals, excessive intake of spicy foods, and even stress. It would be very interesting that you check with the doctors about examining your esophagus, or trying to take proton pump inhibitor drugs, such as omeprazole.
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I also have gastroesophageal and was diagnosed by ENT in Hawaii. It is annoying and I have not found that any of the proton inhibitors like omeprazole have helped at all. I have even been put on a double strength dose for over 6 months. Nothing works. I don't like taking them either because of the long term side effects. I am about to try domperidone which is what someone else on the Mayo site has recommended. Failing that, there are some surgery options which I am going to look into further. I have had this problem for years and it has eventually affected my hearing. I hope you have some good luck.