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Painful To Swallow Due To Swollen Lymph Nodes. Do I Need To Get A Flu Shot?
Hi Doc ! It is painful when i swallow , due to swollen lymph glands. I don t have a fever or other respiratory issues at the moment. I have not received my influenza shot this season, maybe a bad move on my part. I do work outside exposing myself to the cold weather, and don t want to miss work. is it too late to get a flu shot ? what should I do ? thanks
Fri, 18 Jan 2013
Hello i am Dr Ravinder Sharma
On the basis of the information provided it appears you have an acute infection and this will require a course of antibiotics. I would suggest you to consult a ENT surgeon for treatment. Flu shot can be considered once you are treated for this condition.
I hope this answers your concerns. Feel free to contact me if you require more information about it
with regards
Ravinder Sharma
On the basis of the information provided it appears you have an acute infection and this will require a course of antibiotics. I would suggest you to consult a ENT surgeon for treatment. Flu shot can be considered once you are treated for this condition.
I hope this answers your concerns. Feel free to contact me if you require more information about it
with regards
Ravinder Sharma
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