Question:
Has anyone ever felt something stuck in their throat, but no pain at all?

I am one month post op and sometimes I feel like something is stuck in my throat but at times it feels like it is down further. I feel absolutely fine; no pain, no nausea, vomiting, etc. It's just kind of a nuisance. Sometimes I don't feel it at all. I called my surgeon and he told me to gargle with warm salt water a few times a day because there still may be some swelling and this should help. Since I am in no pain and feel good, could this just be part of the healing process? Anyone felt like this? Please, any advice would help me. Thanks, Donna    — Donna B. (posted on March 19, 2003)

March 18, 2003
This happened to me while I was a new post op as well. My PCP decided that it was thrush-but instead of it being in my mouth, it was further down my throat. He gave me a pill to take for three days-I am sorry I can't remember the name of it. After the second day, the feeling went away. It may be worth checking out. Best wishes in your process.
   — Heather N.

March 18, 2003
I think the drug is Diflucan. If it really bothers you, see your PCP. It could be thrush or it could be a thyroid nodule or something else. It might be worth having it checked out.
   — koogy