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Endocrine & Hormonal Imbalances
Question #17804
214 days ago
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Why Do I Sleep 10–12 Hours and Still Feel Tired?

Prpggo Roy

For the last few days, I have been experiencing the following symptoms: Continuous cough (not all the time, but repeatedly throughout the day) Throat discomfort and swelling around the tonsil area Occasional light fever Sometimes a feeling of difficulty or tightness while breathing (not severe but noticeable) Body weakness These symptoms come and go but haven’t fully improved. I haven’t taken any strong medicines on my own. I want to know what might be causing this and whether I should take any specific steps or get checked in person. Please suggest what I should do next.

Age: 18
Chronic illnesses: For the last few days, I have been experiencing the following symptoms: Continuous cough (not all the time, but repeatedly throughout the day) Throat discomfort and swelling around the tonsil area Occasional light fever Sometimes a feeling of difficulty or tightness while breathing (not severe but noticeable) Body weakness These symptoms come and go but haven’t fully improved. I haven’t taken any strong medicines on my own. I want to know what might be causing this and whether I should take any specific steps or get checked in person. Please suggest what I should do next.
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Hello dear See persistent cough can be due to either viral or severe bacterial infection Even there can be chances of allergy The symptoms you are suggesting may point more towards Covid 19 or tuberculosis It is better to take medicine after careful evaluation Iam suggesting some tests Please get them done Blood allergy test Culture of pharyngeal swab PCR Rt PCR Rat Cbc Esr Lft Rft Please share the result with ent surgeon for better clarity Please donot take any medication without consulting the concerned physician Regards

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Your symptoms suggest a range of possibilities, but a common cause could be a viral infection such as a cold or the flu. The persistent cough, throat discomfort, and fever, along with weakness, fit this profile well. Another possibility is a bacterial infection like tonsillitis, particularly considerng the swelling around the tonsil area. Sometimes allergies or upper respiratory tract infections can also cause similar symptoms. However, the occasional tightness or difficulty in breathing warrants some caution. While it isn’t severe, it’s important to ensure it doesn’t become worse, as it can be a sign of asthma, an allergic response, or even a more significant respiratory infection or complication. Since these symptoms have persisted for several days without improvement, it would be prudent to seek an in-person evaluation. A healthcare provider can conduct a thorough physical examination, assess your throat, lungs, and overall condition. They may also recommend tests, such as a throat swab or blood test, to pinpoint the cause and decide if antibiotic treatment is necessary. In the meantime, ensure you’re staying well-hydrated, rest, and consider over-the-counter medications to manage fever and throat discomfort, like acetaminophen or ibuprofen—if you’re not allergic to them. Use a humidifier at home might help ease throat irritation keeping the air moist. If breathing difficulties become worse, or you experience high fever or severe throat pain, seek urgent medical attention. These could indicate a more serious condition that needs immediate care.

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Hello It’s mostly due to flu and it’s affecting immune system so fatigue and tiredness happing Fever Cough tiredness Fatigue

Test CBC Chest x ray Adv Tab blumox plus twice a day Tab bilotra once a day hs Tab zerodol sp 1 twice a day Tab pan dsr 1 before breakfast Steam inhalation Gargle with betadine thrice a day Nothing to worry take this 5 days Thank me later

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Hello,

Rx: Tab Moxclav 625 mg 1-0-1 *5 days after food Tab. Paracetamol 6 hourly after food Betadine gargle 4 times a day Syp Ambroxol 10 ml thrice a day * 5 days after food

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1) Steam inhalation 2) Tab levocetrizine 5mg 1 tab at bedtime for 5 days 3) Clavam 625 1 tab thrice daily for 5 days 4) Gargle with betadine solution thrice daily

Based on your symptoms, the most likely cause is:

Viral throat infection or tonsillitis with post-nasal drip, leading to repeated cough and weakness.

This usually improves with supportive treatment within a week.

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Hello Prpgoo

By going through your history and evaluation of your health status I must say that you are having pharyngitis. I am suggesting you following treatment as follows-

Rx- Cap Pantop dsr - empty stomach before breakfast 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 )

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