sore throat for the past 2 days

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Hello doctor, i have been experiencing the following symtomps: sore throat for the past 2 days, headache that gets worse when i swallow, mild fever(37.5-38), slight fatigue, no cough, no known allergies, no recent travel. Could you please advise what might be the cause and what treatment I should follow?

Dr. Aarav Deshmukh · Accepted Answer

A sore throat that has persisted for the past couple of days accompanied by headache, mild fever, and fatigue could indicate an upper respiratory tract infection like viral pharyngitis, which is fairly common. Bacteria like Group A Streptococcus could be another potential cause, though typically its presentation is more severe. The absence of a cough leans more towards viral causes, yet this isn't definitive. It's important to manage these symptoms properly while monitoring for any worsening signs. You can start by ensuring adequate hydration – drinking water, warm teas, or broths can soothe the throat and help maintain hydration. Over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help reduce fever and relieve headache and throat pain. As your symptoms aren't particularly severe at this stage, rest is key—your body needs energy to fight off any infection. Lozenges or throat sprays might also provide some relief. Keep an eye on any additional symptoms: if difficulty breathing, high fever persists beyond 2-3 days, rash, or extreme fatigue develop, seek medical evaluation promptly – a physical exam or throat swab could be necessary to rule out bacterial infection which might require antibiotics. Most viral infections clear up without treatment in a week or so, but it's crucial that symptoms don't escalate. If you notice no improvement after 3-5 days or observe any concerning changes, consulting a healthcare professional would be wise to ensure there’s no underlying condition or more medicatl intervention needed. Remember to practice good hygiene, like frequent hand washing, to prevent spreading any potential contagious cause to others. Depending on your daily commitments, be sure to balance rest and activity.

Dr. Prasannajeet Singh Shekhawat · Answer

Hello Otgoo
By going through your history and evaluation of your health status I must say that nothing to worry about just follow some tips and take following treatment.

Rx- 
Tab Amoxicillin 625 mg - one in morning, one at night 
Tab Montac lc - once at night 
Tab Paracetamol 500mg - one in morning, one at night 
Mouth gargle - Chlorhexidine ( gargle two time a day )

Thank you

Dr. Bharat Joshi · Answer

Hello dear 
As per clinical history it seems pharyngitis 
Iam suggesting some medication and precautions 
Please follow them for atleast a week 
Tablet Amoxicillin (500 mg)or augmentin 625 mg twice a day for 5 days 
Tablet paracetamol 500 mg 6 hourly or on fever
Cold water clothing application on head and feet 
Warm saline rinses 6 hourly for 5 days 
Avoid curd / cold food products / rice
Take hot food products only
It seems streptococcus mutan a bacterial infection 
In case of no improvement in 1 week consult ent surgeon in person for better clarity 
Regards

Dr. Shayeque Reza · Answer

1) Tablet Clavam 625
  1 tab thrice daily for 7 days after meal
2) Tab zerodol p
   1 tab Twice daily after meal for 3 days 
3) Tab montair LC 
  1 tab at bedtime for 5 days
4) Povidone Iodine gargle 
   Thrice daily for 5 days
  Follow up after 7 fays

Dr. Varunkumar J · Answer

Hi Dear Otgoo,
I can totally understand your concern 
With your above history it looks more of Acute Pharyngitis 
So kindly follow said advices 
If you are not allergic to any medications 
you can follow the below prescription 
TAB LEVOFLOXACIN 500mg 1-0-0 for 5 days after food 
TAB DOLO 650mg 1-1-1 for 3 days after food 
BETADINE GARGLES thrice daily for 5 days 
SYRUP MUCAINE GEL 10ml-0-10ml after food for 5 days 
Take care

Dr. Arsha K Isac · Answer

Hello,

I dont think you need any antibiotics right now.

🛑Please take 
Rx;
Tab.Allegra 0-0-1 for 3 days
Tab . Zerodol sp 1-1-1 (if you have temp/ pain)
Betadine gargle (gargle 4 times )

Do warm saline water gargle
Drink warm water only

If later you have fever / cough  please message here.

I hope this helps
Thank you

Dr. Arsha K Isac · Answer

* Zerodol p

Dr. Kunal Meena · Answer

A classic case of acute pharynigitis but avoid taking heavy antibiotics as usely it is an viral entity causing pharyngitis it will usely subside in 3/4 days on its own still for symptoms take DICLO+pcm sp mg sos when you have spike of fevers and for headache with CHLORHEXADINE mouth wash gargels thats all

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