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What Causes Throat Irritation And Swelling Along With Dryness In Tongue?
about 6 hours ago, I noticed the left side of my throat was scratchy and then an after that I could not talk or swallow without pain. All I keep on doing is spitting and it s clear. Sometimes it feels like something is draining in the back of my mouth but it s spit. Under my tongue feels dry. I took benadryl and still swollen. Please help.
Tue, 21 Apr 2020
Hi,
Throat irritation along with pain on swallowing indicates pharyngitis. Try taking paracetamol (or ibuprofen if severe pain) tablet three times a day after food for three days, along with frequent warm saline gargles.If symptoms are not getting down by 2-3 days, or fever comes, kindly see your doctor as we may need an antibiotic too.
Dry mouth / tongue is because of frequent spitting- frequent sips of water will help.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
Throat irritation along with pain on swallowing indicates pharyngitis. Try taking paracetamol (or ibuprofen if severe pain) tablet three times a day after food for three days, along with frequent warm saline gargles.If symptoms are not getting down by 2-3 days, or fever comes, kindly see your doctor as we may need an antibiotic too.
Dry mouth / tongue is because of frequent spitting- frequent sips of water will help.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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