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What Causes Sore Throat?

Hi, I m 5 5, around 54kg and 18 yrs old. 2 weeks ago I was sick with sore throat type cold and yesterday woke up with my throat feeling almost as if it s bruised. It s sore when I swallow and almost feels as if my tongue is bruised as well. A friend suggested it could be tonsilitis but that s impossible as my tonsils were removed at age 4. Thanks for any ideas as to what is wrong, Isabella
Thu, 21 May 2020
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Hello,

Sore throat may be caused by a viral infection or bacterial infection. Use salt water gargling thrice a day for five days. Use water vapour inhalation thrice a day for five days. Avoid cool drinks and ice creams. Use tablet amoxicillin and clavulinic acid 625 mg twice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult with your physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Causes Sore Throat?

Hello, Sore throat may be caused by a viral infection or bacterial infection. Use salt water gargling thrice a day for five days. Use water vapour inhalation thrice a day for five days. Avoid cool drinks and ice creams. Use tablet amoxicillin and clavulinic acid 625 mg twice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult with your physician he will examine and treat you accordingly. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist