AboutNeal Okerson Expertise I should be able to answer most questions about anatomy and physiology of heart and lungs. I also enjoy answering questions about understanding diseases. I should also be able to explain the goals and objectives of various pulmonary related treatments. Not an M.D., but worked in the field (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician) since 1990. Registered Respiratory Therapist since 1995. B.S. degree in Health Education (1987). Currently working (since 1993) as the Director of Clinical Education in an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program in Western KY.
Question I am a 41 year old non-smoking male 180 lbs,5'9. I have never smoked nor am i around any type of smoke.I feel very healthy and i allways stay in pretty good shape. I have no allergies that i know of,and i have been to a dermatologist to be check for allergies. I have had a problem for about 10 to 15 years. When I'm talking with someone i often get a light yellow type of infection that comes up from my throat when speaking, it seems to get worse when i raise my voice. I never have heart burn so i don't think i have acid reflux. I have not ever experienced an acid taste in my mouth. I went to a E.N.T doc.and he said that he didn't see anything wrong. I think think this could be lung related. I would like to add i do not experience shortness of breath. I eat every thing and it doesn't seem to change this infection. I'm confused, can you help?
Answer It could be part of the normal secretions in your lungs. In your lungs you have mucus secreted all the time to catch any foreign particles that might get past your nose/mouth as your breath in. This mucus holds the particles while little hairlike projections on the inside of your trachea (windpipe) move the mucus up where it is swallowed or spit out. This is normal. When we talk, the vibrations speed this process up and as a result we may have to cough or clear our throat. This is my guess - since you have been examined by a physician.
