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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Cough, Sore Throat And Swollen Glands

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Posted on Tue, 28 Apr 2015
Question: I have a persistent cough, sore chest and back, sore throat with swollen glands and a low grade fever.also, very tired. had for over a week.
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (19 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Possibility of URTI is more but better to get done chest x ray.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM.
I can understand your situation and problem.
By your history and symptoms, in my opinion you are having upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) mostly.
But since you have sore throat with cough, better to rule out lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI - pneumonia).
So get done chest x ray.
If chest x ray is normal then it is URTI only.
You need to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief.
1. Avoid oily and spicy food.
2. Drink plenty of fluids and keep yourself hydrated.
3. Start antihistamines and anti inflammatory drugs.
4. Start broad spectrum antibiotic.
5. Do warm water gargles 5-6times a day.
Since all these drugs are prescribed medicines, better to consult your doctor for prescription.
Hope I have solved your query.
I will be happy to help you further.
Wish you good health.
Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Cough, Sore Throat And Swollen Glands

Brief Answer: Possibility of URTI is more but better to get done chest x ray. Detailed Answer: Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. By your history and symptoms, in my opinion you are having upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) mostly. But since you have sore throat with cough, better to rule out lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI - pneumonia). So get done chest x ray. If chest x ray is normal then it is URTI only. You need to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid oily and spicy food. 2. Drink plenty of fluids and keep yourself hydrated. 3. Start antihistamines and anti inflammatory drugs. 4. Start broad spectrum antibiotic. 5. Do warm water gargles 5-6times a day. Since all these drugs are prescribed medicines, better to consult your doctor for prescription. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.