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Hi There. I Just Wanted To Get An Opinion On

Posted on Sat, 22 Feb 2020

Question: Hi there.

i just wanted to get an opinion on my throat if possible. My regular GP isn%E2%80%99t available for a couple of days so just wanted to inquire on whether its anything that needs immediate attention or anything. Ive had a sore throat, cough and weezing the past day or two, looked in the mirror and saw these spots and also thought the area near my tonsils looked a little swollen. Any help is appreciated, thank you.

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Throat is red and swollen.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.

I see the photo you attached and the throat is really swollen and red.
The ovula is swollen. I think you have difficulty swallowing and sore throat. This looks like pharyngitis.
I believe you may need antibiotics. Take anti-inflammatory drugs for pain .

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (24 minutes later)

Thank you for the advice. Do you recommend gargling with salt water to help until i can see my doctor? thank you.

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Use gargling with salt water.

Detailed Answer:
You are welcome. Of course gargling with salt water or backing soda can help.
Also disinfectant spry can help.
Use acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D