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What Causes Sore Throat,cough,sneezing And Chest Congestion?

I have been sick on and off for a few months with sore throat, cough, sneeze, chest congestion. I have found relief from the cold but I am having difficulty swollowing like there is something stuck in my throat. I am not sick but I still have this irritation. Since it feels like something is there I am nervous it is more serious.
Wed, 8 Jun 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sore throat,cough,sneezing and chest congestion. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , but in your case it seems to me that the symptoms are due to upper respiratory tract infection.

Need not to worry. I would suggest you to

- Do warm saline gargles several times a day.

- Keep sipping warm water.

- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

- Avoid cold beverages and sharp spicy food.

You should consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order throat swab test and blood test . Usually it will go away by its own in few days , but doctor may prescribe antibiotic medications along with anti inflammatory along with drug like sucralfate to heal throat lining in severe cases .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Sore Throat,cough,sneezing And Chest Congestion?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sore throat,cough,sneezing and chest congestion. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , but in your case it seems to me that the symptoms are due to upper respiratory tract infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to - Do warm saline gargles several times a day. - Keep sipping warm water. - Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. - Avoid cold beverages and sharp spicy food. You should consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order throat swab test and blood test . Usually it will go away by its own in few days , but doctor may prescribe antibiotic medications along with anti inflammatory along with drug like sucralfate to heal throat lining in severe cases . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari