Hi all.I am a 24 year old male and i am a smoker since 4 years.I have been off smoking completely since 1and a half months now and i plan to quit now.The problem is that i have been having throat discomfort for the past few days now.Its like i do not have any cough but when i swallow anything and that includes my own spit ( i know that sounds sick)it hurts.I went to the doc whose given me 4 tablets as he said that my throat has become very dry.I have taken the medicine for a day now and it is providing any relief.I am worried as to what it may be.It also feels that my ears are also hurting.What is wrong with me.Please help!!