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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Sore Throat
I had a cold three and a half weeks ago. I m feeling good except I can t get rid of my sore throat. In fact it is getting worse. Today I don t even want to swallow my own spit it hurts so bad. I ve tried mouthwash, hot water and salt water nothing seems to give me relief . Any other suggestions?
Fri, 14 Aug 2020
Hi,
Severe infection of the throat may require antibiotics along with supportive care like mouth gargling. Amoxycillin-Clavulanic acid can be taken thrice a day for 3 to 5 days to reduce infection. Any history of fever should be ruled out. Persisting symptoms may require throat swabs to rule out any severe infections.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
Severe infection of the throat may require antibiotics along with supportive care like mouth gargling. Amoxycillin-Clavulanic acid can be taken thrice a day for 3 to 5 days to reduce infection. Any history of fever should be ruled out. Persisting symptoms may require throat swabs to rule out any severe infections.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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