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Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions
Question #29645
121 days ago
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What to do for throat pain lasting 3 weeks with no other symptoms?

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I am facing throat pain last 3 weeks.Nothing any others complications .Now worries aboutmy condition.

How would you rate the severity of your throat pain?:

- Mild — noticeable but not limiting

Have you noticed any specific triggers that make the throat pain worse?:

- No clear trigger

Have you tried any treatments or remedies for your throat pain?:

- Home remedies like warm salt water

Do you have any difficulty swallowing or breathing?:

- No, swallowing and breathing are normal

How has your sleep been affected by the throat pain?:

- Slightly disturbed

Have you experienced any recent illnesses or infections?:

- Allergies
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Hello sir See as per clinical history it seems viral infection affecting throat There seems chances of fever at later stage Iam suggesting some medication for improvement. Please follow them for atleast a week Tablet Amoxicillin 500 mg twice a day for 5 days Tablet montair lc once a day for 3 days Tablet paracetamol 500 mg twice a day 6 hourly a day on fever only Steam twice a day for 15 days Ginger honey combination solution twice a day for 5 days Warm salt water rinses 6 hourly a day for 5 days Avoid cold food Hot fomentation application twice a day In case of no improvement consult ent surgeon in person for better clarity Regards

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Hello

Nothing to worry

Rx Tab Paracetamol 500 mg - 6 hourly if pain or temperature Tab Montek lc - once a day at night for 3 days 🛑Betadine gargle as per instruction in the bottle Or do saline gargle Tab Moxclav 625 mg - twice a day for 5 days after meal

Drink plenty of warm water 🛑Do steam inhalation

If not resolved in a week please consult your near physician

Thank you Take care

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Throat pain persisting for three weeks without other symptoms could have a few potential causes. It’s unusual for common throat irritations to last this long, so it’s worth considering a few possibilities. Chronic throat pain might be due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) where stomach acid repeatedly irritates the throat lining. Another possibility could be post-nasal drip, caused by allergies or persistent sinusitis that could irritate the throat over time. More concerning, though less common without other symptoms, could be a lingering infection or, rarely, a growth in the throat area. Since it has persisted, it’s wise to consult a healthcare provider to accurately diagnose the cause through a physical examination and possibly further tests, like a throat culture or imaging. Meanwhile, you might try home remedies like staying hydrated, using throat lozenges, or gargling with warm salt water to alleviate discomfort. Avoiding irritants like smoke and air pollution may also help, as well as considering lifestyle factors such as diet if GERD is suspected. Make an appointment sooner rather than later, especially if you notice additional symptoms like difficulty swallowing, unexplained weight loss, or persistent hoarseness, as these could be red flags that require immediate investigation.

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