Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Ear/throat Pain While Having Redness On Palatoglossal Arch
I have right palatoglossal arch redness for a few days...the pain is getting worse (constant and pretty extreme when I swallow or yawn) then I started ear ache on the right side. The ear pain is increasing and so as the throat pain. What should I do? I have been gargling salt water but doesn t seem to help. thanks!
Mon, 22 Sep 2014
hello, thanks for your query, redness of palatoglossal arch suggests active infection. radiating ear pain is common in throat infection, because both share same nerve supply.you need to evaluate with an ent surgeon, requires antibiotics and pain killers to control the infection. hope i have answered your query. all the best. take care.
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]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....