Suggest Treatment For Cold, Throat Infection And Difficulty In Swallowing

Posted on Tue, 20 Jan 2015

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Question : I have been diagnosed with infection of throat. I have severe swelling of the throat and difficulty in swallowing. Have pain even if I drink water. I also have cold.

1. I want to understand what precautions should I take for speedier recovery
2. Any specific foods that I should take and any specific food that I should avoid given that I have pain and difficulty in swallowing
3. How much time do you think it would take for full recovery

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (30 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Complete recovery will take 7-10 days. Your medication is fine.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. Acute Follicular tonsillitis should recover in a week or so with treatment.

2. Take rest and keep yourself well hydrated. Avoid cold, sour, spicy and fried food. A bland diet will be the best.

3. Inform your doctor if any new symptoms such as increased pain, body ache and fever are observed.

4. Your current medication is fine.

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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