Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How To Heal Right Sided Swollen And Painful Throat Infection While On Penicillin?
Hello, the right side of my throat it swollen and very painfull to swollow hurts in the ear too, doctor said no infection but gave me penicillin do you have any idea what this could be and should i carry on with tabs? Its day 2/3 of taking them also feel like toothache sometimes
Tue, 11 Feb 2014
Hi,
from history it seems that you might be having acute tonsillitis on right side and radiating pain in right ear.
Continue with antibiotic, if no response then go for another antibiotic like Azithromicin for 3 days.
Do salt water gargles.
Avoid cold drinks, junk food.
Ok and take care.
from history it seems that you might be having acute tonsillitis on right side and radiating pain in right ear.
Continue with antibiotic, if no response then go for another antibiotic like Azithromicin for 3 days.
Do salt water gargles.
Avoid cold drinks, junk food.
Ok and take care.
I find this answer helpful
Hello
it is likely that it is an infection and i think you should continue your tablets
if you are still symptomatic by day 4,,, meet your ent doctor , he may change your medications.
thanks
it is likely that it is an infection and i think you should continue your tablets
if you are still symptomatic by day 4,,, meet your ent doctor , he may change your medications.
thanks
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....