Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Sore Lump In Throat, Painful While Swallowing, Sore Lymph Nodes, Increased Appetite. Flu Or Strep?

I feel like I am starting to get the flu or strep. I have a sore lump in my throat, slightly painful swallowing, fatigue, and sore lymph nodes in my neck. I am also very hungry, my appetite had increased quite a bit the past several days. I've been eating lots of veggies but some sweets also due to such cravings and hunger. Is this normal or should I be concerned that I'm just gaining weight?
posted on Sat, 19 Oct 2013
Twitter Sat, 19 Oct 2013 Answered on
Twitter Sat, 19 Oct 2013 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi, it appears that you might be having sore throat, and tonsilitis, so i advise you to consult an E.N.T.surgeon for diagnosis and treatment.
The excess of apitite may not have relation with the infection. it may be secondary to the drugs you are using for infection, or by infection, being shifted to the stomach.
I to my patient with such symptoms prescribe erythrocin 500 mg, B.D.decongestants, and antihistamine , and paracetamol. Thank you.
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]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Influenza


Loading Online Doctors....
Sore Lump In Throat, Painful While Swallowing, Sore Lymph Nodes, Increased Appetite. Flu Or Strep?

Hi, it appears that you might be having sore throat, and tonsilitis, so i advise you to consult an E.N.T.surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. The excess of apitite may not have relation with the infection. it may be secondary to the drugs you are using for infection, or by infection, being shifted to the stomach. I to my patient with such symptoms prescribe erythrocin 500 mg, B.D.decongestants, and antihistamine , and paracetamol. Thank you.