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

How To Treat A Sore Throat That Is Cause Difficulty In Swallowing?

I am a 40 yr old female. I've had a sore throat for about five days with pain swallowing and some loss of voice. I've also had some coughing and runny nose. I've had strep numerous times and the soreness feels very much like strep. I looked in my throat to see if I had any puss pockets and there is a large area in left side of throat that looks like puss. It really scared me to see my eppiglottis which I have never seen before. I saw a dr last night who didn't do a strep test or look at eppiglottis. She said I just have pharyngytus and sent me home with a pain pill. Should I go back in tomorrow? My throat is very sore but the dr made me feel stupid. I was really scared when I saw eppiglottis and was worried it meant something serious.
Mon, 10 Mar 2014
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
hello and thank you for asking HCM,

I understand your concern but there is no need to worry. Sore throat infections caused by Strep doesn't go with runny nose and coughing. This indicates that this is a viral infection. I suggest you to drink a lot of fluids (tea, water...) and take the pain pills your doctor gave you. If the symptoms won't dosappear in a day or two then visit your GP again.

I hope this answer was helpful to you.
I find this answer helpful

 1 user finds this 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 Sore throat


Loading Online Doctors....
How To Treat A Sore Throat That Is Cause Difficulty In Swallowing?

hello and thank you for asking HCM, I understand your concern but there is no need to worry. Sore throat infections caused by Strep doesn t go with runny nose and coughing. This indicates that this is a viral infection. I suggest you to drink a lot of fluids (tea, water...) and take the pain pills your doctor gave you. If the symptoms won t dosappear in a day or two then visit your GP again. I hope this answer was helpful to you.