Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat

Posted on Fri, 3 Jul 2015

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Question : I have had a VERY bad sore throat for five days. I have a high pain tolerance and this is bad. Getting worse rather than better, I have had no fever though, clear mucous and I feel ok but my throat is on fire. It seems to be moving towards my sinus's and ears... My husband says it's very red but no white patches.... Thinking its viral but just wondering what you think?

Answered by Dr. Paparaja S (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Upper respiratory infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I had gone through your question.
I can understand your concern.
This could be upper respiratory infection, could be viral with bacterial secondary infection.
I recommend the following.
1) A course of antibiotics.
2) Analgesic like tablet ibuprofen for pain.
3) Local anesthetic based gargle.
4) Avoid hot and spicy food.
You will be fine.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any questions, I am happy to help.
Wish you a good health and speedy recovery.
Regards,
Dr Paparaja S MBBS MS
Consultant ENT Surgeon

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