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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Sore Throat
Question: I had a soar throat and fever since five days.After undergoing blood test Doctor prescribed antibiotics and pain reliever. Temperature became normal but the throat pain persists. My WBC was 11600. What shall I do?
Brief answer....nothing to worry as it would settle down soon.
Detailed answer...
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
I have read your query and understand your concern.
It is good that fever has gone now.
Complete the course of your antibiotics.
Present throat pain is due to residual inflammation and shall go away soon.
Do warm saline gargles twice a day and avoid cold drinks along with the course of your antibiotics.
Relax as there is nothing to worry.
I hope it helps,however you are most welcome to revert to me for any further query.
Best of luck
Thanks
Detailed answer...
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
I have read your query and understand your concern.
It is good that fever has gone now.
Complete the course of your antibiotics.
Present throat pain is due to residual inflammation and shall go away soon.
Do warm saline gargles twice a day and avoid cold drinks along with the course of your antibiotics.
Relax as there is nothing to worry.
I hope it helps,however you are most welcome to revert to me for any further query.
Best of luck
Thanks
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