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What Causes Wheezing And Headache While Treating Strep Throat?

I found out on 8/26/15 i have a form of strep that isnt treated and now i have a severe cold symptoms include severe burning chest pain, wheezing headaches, runny nose tightness through my face, phlegm clear and yellow, very lathargic. Wondering if i should go in and be seen again i am currently taking penicilin which was perscribed on 8/26/15 to take two times a day for 10 days.
Wed, 28 Oct 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query wheezing and headache while treating strep throat is because of persistence of infection. When we take antibiotics for sore throat it destroy the normal flora bacteria normally living in our body which makes body further susceptible for infection and infection occur due to weakened immune system. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may prescribe stronger antibiotics azithromycin and anti-inflammatory for longer duration. For now do betadine gargles 2-3 times a day. Avoid cold carbonated beverages. Use mist humidifiers in room.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Wheezing And Headache While Treating Strep Throat?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query wheezing and headache while treating strep throat is because of persistence of infection. When we take antibiotics for sore throat it destroy the normal flora bacteria normally living in our body which makes body further susceptible for infection and infection occur due to weakened immune system. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may prescribe stronger antibiotics azithromycin and anti-inflammatory for longer duration. For now do betadine gargles 2-3 times a day. Avoid cold carbonated beverages. Use mist humidifiers in room. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari