Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat,difficulty In Swallowing,stuffy Nose

Posted on Sun, 21 Sep 2014

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Question : I have what appears to be two sacks on right side in back of throat. Accompanied by sore throat and at times feeling like its hard to even swallow liquid. They arent that big smaller then a pea. No fever occasional headache. Im 5'5" 150lbs and dont have much for medical history.

Answered by Dr. Muhammed Aslam (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Needs antibiotic treatment

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,welcome to HCM forum.

Sore throat,difficulty in swallowing,stuffy nose - all these symptoms are suggestive of an upper respiratory tract infection(pharyngo-tonsillitis+sinusitis) on the right side.

This can be treated with antibiotics and decongestants for a few days.
For such cases,I usually gives antibiotics like azithromycin or amoxicillin+clavulonate along with antihistamines like levocetirezine for 5- 7 days.Your doctor will guide you.

Meanwhile,you can continue ibuprofen for pain relief.Also,do frequent warm saline gargles.Avoid cold drinks/items.Avoid cold/dusty atmosphere.Steam inhalation will help relieving sinus congestion.

Hope I have answered your query.
Wishing for a faster cure.
Thank you.

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