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Does An ACDF Surgery Cause Fatigue And Throat Discomfort?
Hello. I am a 62 year old woman, in good health, exercise regularly, normal weight. I had ACDF surgery on C-4, C-5 2 months ago. For the past two weeks I have felt extreme fatigue and feel like there is something in my throat. Could the surgery have caused thyroid problems?
Sat, 15 Sep 2018
Hi,
The surgery will not cause a throat problem.
It might be due to a sore throat or pharyngitis due to associated bacterial infection.
You can start with a short course of antibiotics preferably Amoxiclav.
Do warm saline gargles and take analgesics like Acetaminophen for symptomatic relief. Do warm saline gargles also.
If symptoms persist, better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
The surgery will not cause a throat problem.
It might be due to a sore throat or pharyngitis due to associated bacterial infection.
You can start with a short course of antibiotics preferably Amoxiclav.
Do warm saline gargles and take analgesics like Acetaminophen for symptomatic relief. Do warm saline gargles also.
If symptoms persist, better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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