I have had a sore throat for a long time now. what could be the possible causes?

Question

I did smoke for a while but have now stopped

Answer 1

what have you been placing in your mouth and throat? what have you been swallowing? c'mon, level with us dude...

cheers!

Answer 2

scroll down this entire page: http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/sym/sore_throat.htm

Like all of the above persons stated, it can be anything. Even a food allergy...does not necessarily mean a thing, but you need to see a E.N.T. (Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist) or Internal Medicinist. don't assume it's from the smoking unless you have had that before after smoking a remember that reaction.

If you cannot get to a doctor, call your Health Insurance free Ask-A-Nurse Hotline and a Live Nurse will help you and fax over your symptoms to a doctor for follow-up if necessary.

Answer 3

In addition to what was already said, acid reflux can cause a chronic sore throat.

Answer 4

Sore throats can mean many things. I get them a lot due to sinus drainage. I think that it is best to see a doctor.

Answer 5

It might be dry in your place, dry throats tends to sore after a while. for me I will take a tbl sppon or 2 of honey or corn syrup and then go to bed. usually in the morn I am fine.

Answer 6

lots of possibilities

ranging from low grade laryngitis through chronic infection to something more sinister

if it has been there for awhile go and get it looked at

Answer 7

Go to a doctor!

Answer 8

How long is "a long time"--days, weeks, months, years, decades?????

Answer 9

get off yo knees beyotch

Answer 10

could be smoke... or your sick...