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What Causes Stiffness In Neck With Pain In Throat And Ear?
I am taking synthroid for hypothyroidism and gave been for a few months now. Doctor says my numbers are where they are supposed to be. Over the past month, my ears have felt full/a light ache, I feel like there is something stuck in my throat and my neck is sore/stiff (lately it s been very sore). I went to outpatients for this about a month ago and they sent me home saying nothing was wrong. I feel as though my symptoms are now worse and I;ve noticed that I am also swollen in the area of the supraclavicular lymphnodes (right above my collar bone). Should I go back to see them again or wait for my family doctor appointment in 10 days? Very worried about this ....
Thu, 16 Apr 2020
Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The symptoms seem to be related to an ear infection .
The ear infection cause swollen lymph nodes.
I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the inflammation.
I also suggest using ear drops with antibiotic and gargle with salty water.
I recommend to rest and drink liquids.
If the symptoms continue, I suggest to see an ENT specialist for further evaluation.
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.
The symptoms seem to be related to an ear infection .
The ear infection cause swollen lymph nodes.
I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the inflammation.
I also suggest using ear drops with antibiotic and gargle with salty water.
I recommend to rest and drink liquids.
If the symptoms continue, I suggest to see an ENT specialist for further evaluation.
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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