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Can acid reflux cause harm to throat?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am 30 years old female. I have tiny red spots on the uvula. I can see a small vertical bulge behind my uvula on the pharyngeal wall. I am very concerned. What could be the bulge?
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Hi,

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The picture is not clear (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This bulge can be enlarged adenoid. Do you have any pain in the throat or while swallowing? Do you have a fever? Do you snore while sleeping?

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

The bulge is on the back wall. It is a kind of white and flesh mixed. Before a month, I had a fever for a week without any specific reason. I was given medicine for acid reflux as the antibiotics given for the temperature were causing a reflux action. Then I have throat pain at times when I take cold substances. The day before yesterday as I was awake the whole night due to travel, again I had acid reflux and scratchy throat.

Answered by Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda

Education:

DLO

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda is an Otolaryngologist with rich clinical experience in diagnosing and treating disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. He is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life. His expertise includes managing sinus diseases, hearing loss, throat conditions, and performing minimally invasive ENT procedures.

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Hi,

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Now, I can see it better (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Acid reflux can harm the throat badly, and this mass is most probably a result of the reflux. You have to treat the reflux with proton pump inhibitors. Avoid spicy and cold meals. The mass can grow partially or entirely, obstructing airways. It can cause snoring. You can also feel multiple palpable lymph nodes under the skin in your neck. In this situation, the mass should be examined histologically to determine its nature. At this condition, you need to be worried. But, now there is nothing to get worried.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At August 7, 2018
Reviewed At July 18, 2025

Education:

DLO

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Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda is an Otolaryngologist with rich clinical experience in diagnosing and treating disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. He is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life. His expertise includes managing sinus diseases, hearing loss, throat conditions, and performing minimally invasive ENT procedures.

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Otolaryngology (E.N.T)

Education:

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Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda is an Otolaryngologist with rich clinical experience in diagnosing and treating disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. He is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life. His expertise includes managing sinus diseases, hearing loss, throat conditions, and performing minimally invasive ENT procedures.

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