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What Causes Swollen Tonsils After Having Z Pack Treatment?
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I am 40 yrs old 5'6 140lbs. I had c diff and finished treatment 3 weeks ago today. I went to the clinic yesterday with soare throat. I have tonsilitis and rapid strep test confirmed +. My doctor and I decided on the Z pack treatment as it does not harm the flora in the gut and I am very concerned about a relapse of c diff. Treatment was required as my nodes and tonsils are very swollen. I started treatment 24 hrs ago (3 doses of meds). My tonsils are now even more swollen and completely white. Swallowing is possible but painful. How long should I wait before seeking further treatment or follow up? Is this normal I was told I should be starting to feel better on treatment and wonder if this antibiotic will work?
I am 40 yrs old 5'6 140lbs. I had c diff and finished treatment 3 weeks ago today. I went to the clinic yesterday with soare throat. I have tonsilitis and rapid strep test confirmed +. My doctor and I decided on the Z pack treatment as it does not harm the flora in the gut and I am very concerned about a relapse of c diff. Treatment was required as my nodes and tonsils are very swollen. I started treatment 24 hrs ago (3 doses of meds). My tonsils are now even more swollen and completely white. Swallowing is possible but painful. How long should I wait before seeking further treatment or follow up? Is this normal I was told I should be starting to feel better on treatment and wonder if this antibiotic will work?
Tue, 20 Mar 2018
Hello,
Z pack treatment will treat infection only. Take asymptomatic treatment for complete relief. Please send me the picture of your throat so that I can suggest you better and prescribe you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal
Z pack treatment will treat infection only. Take asymptomatic treatment for complete relief. Please send me the picture of your throat so that I can suggest you better and prescribe you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal
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