Suggest Treatment For Severe Sore Throat And Fatigue

Posted on Mon, 12 Dec 2016

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Mon, 12 Dec 2016 Answered on

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Question : I have an extremely sore throats with very swollen lymph nodes and it hurts to swallow. Fatigue and all over body soreness, as well as a heavy head that hurts to hold up. Is this strep or something else?

Answered by Dr. V. N. S. Parinam (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Could be strep as well

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Your symptoms describe toxic nature of the infection.
These symptoms are related to streptococcal infection as well.
I suggest to see a local doctor for examination and prescription of antibiotics as soon as possible. Any delay would lead to early complications.
Besides the full course of antibiotics (a 5 day course) you need, bed rest, mouth gargles and ADVIL/MOTRIN to help ease the pain.
Let me know if you need any more help.

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