Chronic sore throat

Hello, so for 2

months Iv been in a lot of pain, Iv been to my gp an ane, seen 9 different doctors in total, I'm 30 smoked for 9 years n vaped and smoked on of last 6 months before this started, my bloods are clear, pain was worse when vaping but gotten better, but hurts to swollow , drs diagnosis was anxiety then laringitis and tonsillitis together, then gerd, then pharingitis, antibiotics for pharingitis seem to help but it's not completely gone been 8 weeks now, drs say its not cancer, Iv been referred for ent but Becouse if covid it's 13month wait, also pain left side halfway down throat too wihich is improving a little, please help?

 

 

  • Hello Chazz92

    I'm sorry to hear that you've had some ongoing health problems over the past 2 months. If you're dealing with pain it's understandable that you're feeling concerned. 

    It's good to hear that things have improved a little and that all the Dr's you've seen over the past 8 weeks haven't seen anything that's given them immediate cause for concern. However, as things haven't been resolved it sounds like a sensible idea for them to have referred you to see a specialist. 

    We know that many people are waiting for extended periods of time to see a specialist at the moment. Whilst you're waiting for your appointment do let your GP know if your symptoms worsen or you have new concerns. They will be best placed to support you and to let the hospital know about any changes to the referral they have already made.  They should also be able to help with pain relief and smoking cessation services if you're still smoking/vaping. 

    I do hope that things settle for you soon. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator