Hello,
You are suffering from
sore throat and have taken antibiotic for 5 days. Presently you are experiencing massive pain throat when swallowing, your Adam's apple also hurts. You are suggested to give voice rest. Avoid talking for a couple of days. Take
liquid diet for 2-3 days. After that you can continue with semi solid diet like custard, oats meal, porridge, etc., so that you don't hurt your throat. Gargle with a pinch of salt added to warm water 2-3 times a day. You can keep cough lozenges in your mouth so that the mucosa does not get dried. Use a room humidifier to stay comfortable.
Take sips of warm water throughout the day. Take a break from work and rest. To get relieve from sore throat and pain you can take analgesic, one when required & non sedating antihistamine. Stay well hydrated. Get clinically examined by an ENT, your symptoms are indicative of
Epiglottitis,
acute thyroiditis,
laryngitis,
pharyngitis. You may need a repeat course of antibiotic. Get throat examination,
throat culture, blood tests, chest or neck X-ray done. You will be treated according to the severity of the pathology detected. Stay away from addictions if any.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician