Suggest Remedy For Mild Cold And Cough

Posted on Mon, 9 Nov 2015

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Mon, 9 Nov 2015 Answered on

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Question : I have a mild cold and cough but I also have pain in my left ear when I swallow all the way down to my throat. It is reasonably painful and have never had it before. Do I need to get antibiotics?

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Hanif (26 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It is the throat infection spreading to the ear. Need antibiotics!!!

Detailed Answer:
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I have carefully worked through your case, and can well realize your health worries. Being your physician, I will take care all of your medical concerns today and will put my best efforts to get you out of this situation.

You have got throat infection and it has now started spreading to the ear via the eustachian tube (a passageway that connects the throat to the ear).

Yes you need antibiotics. If I was your treating physician I would have prescribed you with:-
Amoxicillin if not allergic to.
Ibuprofen.
Fexofenadine + Pseudoephedrine.
Cough syrup if needed, can be taken over the counter.

Do gargles with a suitable mouthwash and take plenty of water. Rest is best for you.

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