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Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat And Swollen Glands In Neck

I ve has a sore throat with stolen glands on one side for 6 days. It started with white pockets that swelled up and turned kind of yellowins two nights ago. This morning when I looked it was covers in what looked to be a blood clot. But it looks like the swelling has gone down a bit. Not sure if I should ride this out or see a doc. Any advice?
Mon, 14 Aug 2017
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Hi..
Thanks for the query..

I have gone through your complain and it seems that you may have a Strep throat which is the common cause of sore throat, swollen glands, enlarged tonsils with white or yellowish patches due to pus formation and can turn red due to inflammation .

I would suggest you to see a doctor and get evaluated for the exact nature of sore throat and swollen glands..

If it is a strep throat the doctor will prescribe you antibiotics to cure the bacterial infection.

For pain and discomfort Ibuprofen or Calpol (if not allergic) will help to relieve pain and inflammation..

As home remedies which can have a cumulative effect on relieving your disease can be:
Doing warm saline gargles 2 to 3 times a day..
Avoid spicy food .
Take soft diet.
Keep yourself well hydrated.
Hot milk with a pinch of turmeric boiled together has antiseptic effect can be taken bedtime for 3 consecutive days..
Applying ice packs (ice wrapped in a cloth) on swollen glands can help in reducing the swelling caused by inflammation.

Wish you a sooner recovery..

Regards..
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Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat And Swollen Glands In Neck

Hi.. Thanks for the query.. I have gone through your complain and it seems that you may have a Strep throat which is the common cause of sore throat, swollen glands, enlarged tonsils with white or yellowish patches due to pus formation and can turn red due to inflammation . I would suggest you to see a doctor and get evaluated for the exact nature of sore throat and swollen glands.. If it is a strep throat the doctor will prescribe you antibiotics to cure the bacterial infection. For pain and discomfort Ibuprofen or Calpol (if not allergic) will help to relieve pain and inflammation.. As home remedies which can have a cumulative effect on relieving your disease can be: Doing warm saline gargles 2 to 3 times a day.. Avoid spicy food . Take soft diet. Keep yourself well hydrated. Hot milk with a pinch of turmeric boiled together has antiseptic effect can be taken bedtime for 3 consecutive days.. Applying ice packs (ice wrapped in a cloth) on swollen glands can help in reducing the swelling caused by inflammation. Wish you a sooner recovery.. Regards..