Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Sore Throat With Yellow Phlegm?
feeling sick my fiance got sick two days ago..i really didnt think anything of it..now i have a cough that burns my throat..when i spit yellow stuff comes up..i blew my nose everything came out clear n my nose isnt stuffed up anymore...my throat feels dry sore n raspy...when i breathe i can feel the dryness go from my throat to my chest....is it a cold or something worse?
Wed, 21 Feb 2018
Hello welcome to the health care magic
It can be upper respiratory tract infection like pharyngitis, bronchitis or it can be pneumonia if fever and dyspnea present.
Your work up done as follow...
_Auscultation
_CBC
_chest x ray
Decongestant and antibiotic course can be prescribed for that.
Salt water gargle done with warm water three times a day
Avoid excess spicy foods
Drink more water
Consult physician for examination
Get back with more query if you still have doubt
It can be upper respiratory tract infection like pharyngitis, bronchitis or it can be pneumonia if fever and dyspnea present.
Your work up done as follow...
_Auscultation
_CBC
_chest x ray
Decongestant and antibiotic course can be prescribed for that.
Salt water gargle done with warm water three times a day
Avoid excess spicy foods
Drink more water
Consult physician for examination
Get back with more query if you still have doubt
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]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....
People also viewed