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Asked for Male | 18 Years

Why does my severe sore throat persist despite medication?

Patient's Query

Sore throat, severe pain when swallowing, the pain is constant, started 4 days ago with a headache, a fever and sore throat, the fever and headache went away but the throat pain got progressively worse i would describe it as sharp pain, i am on 5 types of medicine including ibuprofen but nothing works, i also tried gargles and all sorts of remedies and the do not work as well

Answered by Dr. Babita Goel

You may have an acute tonsillitis infection. When the tonsils become infected with viruses or bacteria this frequently occurs. The fever and headache you experienced are common symptoms of this condition. Since taking medication has not helped, it is necessary to get a proper diagnosis from an ENT specialist. This will enable them to prescribe stronger antibiotics which should make you feel well. Do not forget to drink plenty of water and have enough bed rest.

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Questions & Answers on "Ent Surgery" (178)

My grandfather age is 69 before 4 months he had second brain stroke now he has cough in his throat which not come out from his mouth so please doctor how to remove cough from throat

Male | 68

Your grandfather is likely experiencing throat congestion, which is common among stroke people. This could be caused by the fact that after a stroke, a person may have difficulty swallowing. When we swallow, the cough should come out of the mouth. Be sure to hydrate him by drinking lots of fluids. A speech therapist who can teach exercises to improve swallowing and coughing should be seen. Apart from that, he will also be able to make the cough from his throat disappear.

Answered on 5th Aug '24

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My baby is 4 years old . Till not able to talk clearly . COmmunicate through signs . Can anyone guide please

Male | 4

Please get the hearing evaluation and speech evaluation done by an ENT and development evaluation by a paediatrician to proceed assessment of the child. This must be managed as early as possible as all forms of rehabilitation work best when the child is younger ideally under 4 years of age. Please do not delay management.

Answered on 19th July '24

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Neck scowling ear pain fever

Female | 24

Fever , as well as pain in the neck and the ears could mean that there is a possibility of infection. It is important to consider visiting an ENT specialist who will examine the symptoms and offer the right treatment.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Hello Every morning when i weakup i find some bloody mucus from post nasal,I did ct scan and ethmoid sinusitis came and now the blood is also coming everyday,Is it for this ethmoid sinusitis?

Male | 28

Yes ethmoidal sinusitis can cause streak bleeding in mucus. Please visit your nearest ENT as this needs detailed evaluation and workup. Do not ignore.

Answered on 17th June '24

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Sir , almost 1 year ago my neck may be some lump( tuberculosis ) are formed and after treatment almost lump is disappear but one lump ( gaatha) is not disappear he situated just ear almost 2 inch far from ear but few days I feel my mouth is tilt and I feel pain. Please prescribed me

Male | 15

It is important to see a doctor right away for this lump near your ear, especially if you feel pain and your mouth is drooping. This lump might be a swollen lymph node or something different that needs attention. The doctor will help determine what is happening and suggest the best treatment for you.

Answered on 4th June '24

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My son is 13 months old n he has to much flem what do u suggest

Male | 1

Theew has to be a cause. Generally in most cases it is due to allergy. Please show a nearby pediatrician 

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Am a 27 Y/O female. I got a cold about 2 weeks ago and I’m having a hard time getting over it. I still have wheezing, a wet cough, extreme fatigue, and phlegm, but my main issue is that my ear became very “stuffy” and it felt like there was fluid In Them. I wake up with drainage, and they pop often. I have pictures of my inner ear to share for more detail. I had tubes when I was young, and I had a very traumatic accident happen while they were in place, and my ears have been a pain ever since. I get extremely painful pressure when I fly to the point where I cry the whole flight if I don’t have my special ear plugs. And heaven forbid I get an ear infection. I cry anytime I have to put In ear drops

Female | 27

Oh i'm so sorry to hear your symptoms. It sounds like there is a lot going on in the ear canal and the tube connecting the ear to the nose which we call- The eustachian tube. Please visit your nearest ent who will do an endoscopy of the ear, get the hearing and e tube function evaluation and assess for chronic issues to ensure it doesn't get worse with time.

Answered on 19th July '24

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Answered on 30th July '24

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I need help from ent,othology surgeon i have been diagnosed with discrete chronic mastoiditis. I have pain around ear and it spreads even to the temporal bone and artery. Can i send you my ct and mri photos so you can tell me more?

Male | 30

Yes please. I will also need more details on your history.

Answered on 13th June '24

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Do you have any solution for tinituus

Male | 48

We have many treatment modalities that help manage tinnitus. It's only a symptom and not a disease to have an absolute treatment or solution. Please visit for further details.

Answered on 24th June '24

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Good evening,,i have alot of mucus even while am not sick,which medicine should i use to stop mucus

Female | 22

Dealing with e­xcess mucus without illness fee­ls very bothersome. The­ mucus might happen due to allergie­s, irritants, or weather changes. An ove­r-the-counter saline nasal spray he­lps. It thins mucus, so you clear your nose easie­r. But read instructions carefully on medication labe­ls.

Answered on 8th Aug '24

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