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What Causes Body Ache, Sore And Red Throat And Swollen Gums?

I am 25 years old and have been having the following symptoms over the past 10 days: started with stomachache, nausea, congestion, now sore, aching body, sore, red throat, and extremely swollen gums. I have only taken Advil, as directed. Any idea of what this could be?
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..

As per your complain the symptoms seems to be consistent with viral infection leading to the symptoms of stomachache, congestion, sore throat and bodyaches..
I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologist and get evaluated and he can advise you to go for a throat swab culture to rule out for the exact cause of pain and redness in throat..
He can advise you to take antibiotics like Azithromycin or Levofloxacin, take anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen, do warm saline gargles, steam inhalations and use a humidifier in your room..
You can chew Vitamin C pellets and suck throat lozenges..
Drink plenty of warm water throughout the day..
Avoid spicy, chilled food and take ample of rest..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..
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What Causes Body Ache, Sore And Red Throat And Swollen Gums?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.. As per your complain the symptoms seems to be consistent with viral infection leading to the symptoms of stomachache, congestion, sore throat and bodyaches.. I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologist and get evaluated and he can advise you to go for a throat swab culture to rule out for the exact cause of pain and redness in throat.. He can advise you to take antibiotics like Azithromycin or Levofloxacin, take anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen, do warm saline gargles, steam inhalations and use a humidifier in your room.. You can chew Vitamin C pellets and suck throat lozenges.. Drink plenty of warm water throughout the day.. Avoid spicy, chilled food and take ample of rest.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..