What would cause a sore throat and swollen lymph nodes in throat only when I wake in the morning?I am a 30 year old F. Diagnosed a few years ago with IgA Nephropathy. Also am a light smoker(under 10 cigs a day). For the past several years I have been waking every morning with a very sore throat and very swollen lymph nodes in the throat but within a few hours of waking the pain and swelling are both gone. I have no other symptoms other than occasionally I also have swollen tonsils(sometimes just one) that last a few days with no sore throat really and no other symptoms. I have discussed both of these issues with my Gen. Doc and my Nephrologist whom I see for the IgAN and they both seem unconcerned. Several years ago before the diagnosis of IgAN I saw an allergist and when given the scratch tests was very positive for every single allergen - but as I said I am fine during the daytime and evenings and the problem is only when I wake. At the beginning when my IgAN first appeared I would have massive hives all over my body, including in my mouth that lasted about a year.
bombastic
If you've seen doctors for your other complaint and this problem persists, it could be allergies. First, get rid of your old pillows. You may also want to check your mattress. Perhaps it's time for a new one? Wash you bed linen in a hypoallergenic detergent like those used for newborn babies. Open your windows daily to ventilate your bedroom. Don't consume any dairy products close to bedtime. Elevate your pillow slightly. You may also want to eliminate spicy foods, coffee, fatty products from your diet in case you also have some acid reflux problem. If this doesn't help, see an Ear/Nose&Throat Specialist.
michelle
it's allergies, dryness from sleeping and from smoking all wrapped up in one. i know been there. now at 40 i wake up throwing up and trouble breathing and sometimes headaches. not saying your going to do this to but i went threw what u r at 30 i went threw it at about 35 and my health has gone down since.
Amanda C
Any sort of renal disease will cause you to have excess sodium in your bloodstream which can cause swelling. Also, because your body is not properly filtering out toxins, you may have bacteria or viruses that your lymph nodes are catching because your kidneys aren't, which could cause the swelling. But if your doctors aren't concerned about it I don't think that you should be. And you DEFINITELY have to quit smoking.
macw2233
All allergens including those found in smoke are dealt with in the sinal cavity. These molecules are encapsulated in the sinal mucus and passed out in a nose blow or may drip down the back of the throat. In the time of sleep, this toxic mucus builds up and floods the tonsils and causes major irritation.I suffer from a similar problem and find that if I get up at about 3am and move about and have a smoke maybe, the muck drains and my throat is relatively clear in the morning.
Loves L
A few things to consider....These are easy to do, such as checking for mold or damp spots in your bedroom as well as the material that pillow is made of.Down and those solid foam pillows can cause allergic types of reactions such as you described.Do you have new carpeting or paint in your room?Check the air vents on the a/c and make sure they're clean and replace the filters if nessacary. I have to change mine every 2 to 3 weeks so as not to wake up with a scratchy throat . Also.....Would you consider getting acupuncture? I'm guessing that your body is in a highly toxic state right now and that your liver( from a Chinese Medicine point of view) can't handle the overload fast enough toget rid of garbage that your body doesn't want.Acupuncture combined with some dietary changes and specific herbs WILL absolutely get rid of and help manage your health situation. You've seen the reaction that the traditional doctors have given you which is to be unconcerned but theres always another approach to solving a health problem.My suggestion is to completely eliminate dairy white bread and pastas and skip the fried food.Incorporate at least 7 fresh vegetables or fruits into your daily routine for a month and see if you don't start feeling a little better.How do I know this? I used to be the queen of toxic reactions.Swollen lymph system, coughing, sneezing,skin rashes and sensitivities, kidney stones and hormone imbalances.I cleaned up my enviornment and my diet along with getting acupuncture treatments on a regular basis.Things still bother me when I go out to places like carpet stores or the shoe dept of Walmart where it stinks of rubber and chemicals but I can handle it better without getting sick.Theres hope for you and I know this because I've been where you are and I feel a whole lot better now .So will you.Why not take a chance on something new for a change.Ok? PS , acupuncture can help you stop smoking too!
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