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What Causes Bacterial Infection In The Throat?
i was sick last week, so i went to the doctor and they said i had a bacterial infection in my throat, so i took an antibiotic (amoxicilin) for 7 days, the day after i finished with it i started to get a sore throat and today (2 days being off my meds) i woke up with major body aches sore throat and tons of congestion, there even was a little but of blood in my saliva.But no fever this time and somtimes i get nauses....what could be the problem?
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Thee symptoms seem to be related to a cold or flu.
I suggest using an anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the inflammation.
I also suggest using a throat spray for antibacterial properties.
I recommend to drink liquids and rest.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Thee symptoms seem to be related to a cold or flu.
I suggest using an anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the inflammation.
I also suggest using a throat spray for antibacterial properties.
I recommend to drink liquids and rest.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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