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Suggest Treatment For Severe Sore Throat And Headache
I have had a really bad sore throat for the past two days, and whenever I swallow the pain is unbearable on my right hand side of my neck. along with this I am also suffering with a bad headache. is there anything you could suggest to do as I am taking painkillers, lemsips and hot lemon and honey
Wed, 14 Dec 2016
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Most acute (recent onset) sore throats are viral though bacterial infection can occur as well.
If the pain is worsening or its lasts beyond 4 days, then a bacterial infection is quite possible and you need to consider seeing your doctor for an assessment which may include a swab and antibiotics.
In the meantime, you can add a topical pain killer such as chloroseptic, covonia throat spray or diflam.
The oral pain killer that you are using should be an anti inflammatory medication such as naproxen, ibuprofen, cataflam
I hope this helps
Most acute (recent onset) sore throats are viral though bacterial infection can occur as well.
If the pain is worsening or its lasts beyond 4 days, then a bacterial infection is quite possible and you need to consider seeing your doctor for an assessment which may include a swab and antibiotics.
In the meantime, you can add a topical pain killer such as chloroseptic, covonia throat spray or diflam.
The oral pain killer that you are using should be an anti inflammatory medication such as naproxen, ibuprofen, cataflam
I hope this helps
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