Suggest Remedies For Constant Soreness In Throat And Glands

Posted on Sat, 14 May 2016

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Sat, 14 May 2016 Answered on

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Question : I have had a sore throat since the middle of march. No fever. Not strep or mono. Glands not swollen but are sore. Worse in the evening. Better in morning.

Answered by Dr. Krunal Modi (5 minutes later)

Hello. Do warm water saline gargles with added salt 2-3 times a day. Take tablet levocetirizine. Take paracetamol if fever and pain. Avoid cold drinks. Avoid outing in cold. Drink hot veg soups. Take liquids more. Hot milk with honey will also help.Take cough syrup with lemon and honey. You can also add garlic or ginger or black pepper. Consult your doctor for antibiotics. Take care...

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Krunal Modi (0 minute later)

Pain mostly left side. No runny nose. Sometimes feel lightheaded. Some post nasal drip. Clear but thick mucus. Doesnt taste good Pain in throat when tilting head down. Docs cant seem to figure it out. .

Answered by Dr. Krunal Modi (34 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It may be deep minor infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome to HCM.
It may be due to deep minor viral or bacteria infection.
Continue as I advised.
Consult your ENT doctor for thorough examination.
Don't worry and take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Sonia Raina