Suggest Treatment For Tightness In The Throat And Breathing Problem
19 y/o female. had strep but caught it very early and took antibiotics. after 3 days of antibiotics, sore throat has left but my throat began feeling tight and uncomfortable and has since not gone away. it s causing me to feel as though I m having breathing problems accompanied by panic attacks and not being able to swallow. drinking and eating are very uncomfortable. i saw a doctor who said my oxygen levels are normal and no visible swelling upon looking. I have no trouble talking and feel physically well besides my throat. if I take ibuprofen and benadryl, my throat feels slightly less constricted. I can also see my epiglottis in the back of my throat when I stick my tongue out all the way. it s been 3 days since my initial symptoms and 6 since taking antiobiotics. should I be concerned?
It takes 7-10 days for complete recovery. As you are already taking medication so i would recommend you to stick with it regularly. Apart from that i would suggest you to take hot water in a cup, add 1 table spoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect.
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Suggest Treatment For Tightness In The Throat And Breathing Problem
Hello Thank You for contacting HCM. It takes 7-10 days for complete recovery. As you are already taking medication so i would recommend you to stick with it regularly. Apart from that i would suggest you to take hot water in a cup, add 1 table spoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect. AVOID: Chilled water Drinks Spicy food Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health.