Why is there blood in my throat when I wake up in the morning?
Recently, after getting up in the morning, I always have blood in my throat, feel dryness in my throat, and sometimes cough up phlegm streaked with blood. What could be causing this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Waking up in the morning and finding blood in the throat can be caused by various factors. Dry climate or air pollution may damage the pharyngeal mucosa, especially common during winter or when air quality is poor. Lifestyle habits such as excessive throat clearing, smoking, and alcohol consumption can also irritate and damage the pharyngeal mucosa.
Prolonged unhealthy dietary habits or excessive voice use may lead to chronic inflammatory irritation in the throat, causing rupture of blood vessels beneath the mucosa. Patients are advised to adjust their diet to be light and bland, and take medications such as Cefalexin Capsules under a doctor's guidance.
While waiting for medical consultation, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits, avoiding smoking and alcohol consumption, drinking plenty of water, and keeping indoor air moist may help alleviate symptoms. Additionally, getting adequate rest and avoiding excessive voice use can reduce irritation to the throat.
If symptoms such as persistent hemoptysis (coughing up blood), difficulty breathing, or worsening hoarseness occur, immediate medical attention should be sought to avoid delaying treatment. It is generally advisable to maintain a bland diet and avoid spicy or irritating foods such as garlic, hot pot, chili, and mustard. Sufficient rest is also important, and excessive fatigue should be avoided to maintain overall health.
