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Suggest Remedy For Severe Sore Throat And Mild Headache

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Posted on Fri, 4 Dec 2015
Question: I would like to figure out what my dad has. He is having a severe sore throat. In addition, there is pain around the nose are though there's not much phlegm that comes out but when it does, it's red. He has a slight headache, but I think it's because he was unable to sleep well. What could it be?
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Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Of he is a diabetic, take him to an ER.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. This seems to be a Sinusitis and Pharyngitis.

2. However the red nasal discharge signifies a severe problem.

3. If he is a diabetic, take him to an ER.

4. There is insufficient information to diagnose any more at this moment. Hence an immediate nasal and throat examination is recommended.

5. I would advise against treating this at home. If his examination is normal, then this should be easily treatable with routine medication.

I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.

Regards.
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Suggest Remedy For Severe Sore Throat And Mild Headache

Brief Answer: Of he is a diabetic, take him to an ER. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for your query. 1. This seems to be a Sinusitis and Pharyngitis. 2. However the red nasal discharge signifies a severe problem. 3. If he is a diabetic, take him to an ER. 4. There is insufficient information to diagnose any more at this moment. Hence an immediate nasal and throat examination is recommended. 5. I would advise against treating this at home. If his examination is normal, then this should be easily treatable with routine medication. I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them. Regards.