HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Cure For Sore Throat With Fever And Cough

Sore throat for four days not as severe as first day, flu like symtoms ( achy body, headaches) fever not more than 100.6. and today cough with phelgm and slight ear pain and Im hearing an echo on my right ear. Question. I dont have insurance so as long as I dont get a severe ear ache I think I could ride this out. But should I go the the E.R. or wait till to tomorrow and go to a urgent care type place. If I go to the e.r it will financially hurt me.
Tue, 26 May 2015
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi.
I can understand all the problems concerned like the symptoms you have of the flu like but also ear pain and echo.
Yes, going to ER will be a financial burden.
This is a possible solution:
Instill nasal decongestant drops 4 times a day followed by plain water steam inhalations.
Take tablet like Ibuprofen if it suits you and in proper dosage and at 8 hourly interval.
Take any cough syrup as it has antihistamine too.
Do not blow the nose at all.
Take full bed rest
Avoid fumes and dust.
If the symptoms are under control you may visit Urgent care tomorrow.

I hope this helps you.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Influenza


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Cure For Sore Throat With Fever And Cough

Hi. I can understand all the problems concerned like the symptoms you have of the flu like but also ear pain and echo. Yes, going to ER will be a financial burden. This is a possible solution: Instill nasal decongestant drops 4 times a day followed by plain water steam inhalations. Take tablet like Ibuprofen if it suits you and in proper dosage and at 8 hourly interval. Take any cough syrup as it has antihistamine too. Do not blow the nose at all. Take full bed rest Avoid fumes and dust. If the symptoms are under control you may visit Urgent care tomorrow. I hope this helps you.