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Is Dry Cough And Difficulty Swallowing A Symptom Of Strep Throat?
I m 37 y/o woman with no medical problems. I have been having severe sore throat since past 4 days that doesn t seem to be getting better. Even swallowing my saliva is painful. When the pain meds wear off the pain comes back with a vengeance and and it radiated to my ears. I also have an irritating dry cough that comes and goes with it. Sometimes I feel feverish and achey but its been around 99 F max since yesterday. No rash, No fever. Should I worry about strep throat ?How long will this type of problem last if I let it take its course?
Fri, 26 Jun 2015
Hi,
Welcome to health care magic,
Majority of cases throat pain are due to viral infection or some cases it is related to bacterial infection (streptococcal pharyngitis).
We differentiate the cause through routine blood counts with throat examination, pharyngoscopy to rule out non infective causes.
Therefore it is advisable to see the doctor. Preferably you must see ENT specialist for complete medical history including history of sensitivity to antibiotics and thoroughly clinical examination.
You might require antibiotics (to prevent superinfection if cause is viral) with analgesics, antiinflammatories, decongestants and nebulization with steam inhalation.
In the meanwhile you can start warm salt water gargles.
Regards,
Welcome to health care magic,
Majority of cases throat pain are due to viral infection or some cases it is related to bacterial infection (streptococcal pharyngitis).
We differentiate the cause through routine blood counts with throat examination, pharyngoscopy to rule out non infective causes.
Therefore it is advisable to see the doctor. Preferably you must see ENT specialist for complete medical history including history of sensitivity to antibiotics and thoroughly clinical examination.
You might require antibiotics (to prevent superinfection if cause is viral) with analgesics, antiinflammatories, decongestants and nebulization with steam inhalation.
In the meanwhile you can start warm salt water gargles.
Regards,
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