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

Tonsillitis. Intermittent Fever With Chills And Sweat. Difficulty In Eating And Coughing. Suggestions?

I am now suffering tonsilitis. I have difficulty in eating. I also had fever the last three days(day and night,on and off). But last night, i felt unusual. I feel very cold but i have been sweating the whole night. I aslo had a little cough which is very painful to the throat everytime i cough. Please suggest what to do. Thanks.
posted on Mon, 28 Oct 2013
Twitter Mon, 28 Oct 2013 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 28 Oct 2013 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Radiologist,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for writing in.

A sore throat is often the first sign of a cold. However, a sore throat from a cold often gets better or goes away after the first day or two. Other cold symptoms such as a runny nose and congestion may follow the sore throat.

Tonsillitis is a painful infection of the tonsils, the tissue masses located on either side of the back of the throat. It can be caused by a virus or by bacteria. When bacteria are responsible for this infection Streptococcus bacteria is often the cause.

To determine the cause of your sore throat, your doctor may do a throat swab. However, there may be some clues. Viral sore throats are often accompanied by other cold symptoms that may include a runny nose, cough, red or watery eyes and sneezing.

For bacterial infection you need to take a complete course of antibiotics. Eat soft foods and drink plenty of water.

Hope this helps
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 Tonsillitis


Loading Online Doctors....
Tonsillitis. Intermittent Fever With Chills And Sweat. Difficulty In Eating And Coughing. Suggestions?

Hi, Thanks for writing in. A sore throat is often the first sign of a cold. However, a sore throat from a cold often gets better or goes away after the first day or two. Other cold symptoms such as a runny nose and congestion may follow the sore throat. Tonsillitis is a painful infection of the tonsils, the tissue masses located on either side of the back of the throat. It can be caused by a virus or by bacteria. When bacteria are responsible for this infection Streptococcus bacteria is often the cause. To determine the cause of your sore throat, your doctor may do a throat swab. However, there may be some clues. Viral sore throats are often accompanied by other cold symptoms that may include a runny nose, cough, red or watery eyes and sneezing. For bacterial infection you need to take a complete course of antibiotics. Eat soft foods and drink plenty of water. Hope this helps