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Suggest Treatment For Fatigue, Sore And Swollen Throat
I have the following symptoms... Very fatigued for several weeks Throat is slightly soar, but feel swollen inside....almost feel like I have a loose piece of skin in my throat that I can feel when I close my throat Soar joints and especially back no fever
Wed, 30 Sep 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query symptoms such as fatigue, sore and swollen throat are pointing towards a condition known as sore throat or upper respiratory tract infection , which occur due to bacterial or viral infection . I would suggest you to do gargles with warm saline water , drink plenty of fluid to keep your self hydrate , take ibuprofen (if not allergic ) or acetaminophen for pain and inflammation and take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl. Usually virus complete its course , so drugs are given to relief symptoms. If symptoms persist or get worse then you should consult ENT specialist for proper examination and to rule out conditions like acid reflux and bacterial infection . Doctor may order blood test or throat swab test to confirm diagnosis . He/she may prescribe decongestants , antibiotics/antiviral depending upon your condition .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query symptoms such as fatigue, sore and swollen throat are pointing towards a condition known as sore throat or upper respiratory tract infection , which occur due to bacterial or viral infection . I would suggest you to do gargles with warm saline water , drink plenty of fluid to keep your self hydrate , take ibuprofen (if not allergic ) or acetaminophen for pain and inflammation and take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl. Usually virus complete its course , so drugs are given to relief symptoms. If symptoms persist or get worse then you should consult ENT specialist for proper examination and to rule out conditions like acid reflux and bacterial infection . Doctor may order blood test or throat swab test to confirm diagnosis . He/she may prescribe decongestants , antibiotics/antiviral depending upon your condition .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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