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What Causes Reddish Throat?
Question: Does red throat cause of hiv I had red throat not swollen just red white phlegm some headaches. no fever no swollen lymph nodes no join pain.
Brief Answer:
Not specific for HIV. Investigations needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.
Thanks for posting your query.
Reddish throat is a sign of throat infection. Throat infection is a very common problem for anybody with or without HIV. This is not AIDS indicating or defining disease. STD other than HIV also can cause similar picture.
Only an examination and appropriate Laboratory investigations will be able to differentiate these possibilities.
Dr S.Murugan
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Great I had this red treat for over 6 weeks some mild to acute headaches. what makes red throat last this long.
Brief Answer:
If not treated adequately, problem may persist.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome back.
Throat infection mis-managed, Tonsillitis, pharyngitis, re-infection are some of the problems likely to persist for months if not attended properly. Throat swab examination and culture and sensitivity from the throat and appropriate antibiotics according to the out-come of the test results.
If you consult an experienced ENT surgeon, he/she will help you in this regard.
Dr S.Murugan
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
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