Question 1

headache. sore throat. swollen glands. aches in joints. lethargy. no fever. help?

Accepted Answer

Just started?: If this just started then I would suspect a viral infection.  See an Urgent Care or your Family Doctor for evaluation.  If you have had this for weeks or months then it is a little more difficult to say.  I would suggest seeing your Family Doctor or a Rheumatologist for evaluation and blood work.  Possibilities include arthritis, lyme disease, fibromyalgia, post-viral syndrome.

Question 2

breastfeeding mother of 8 month old. currently very fatiqued, having general body pains, dull headache, sore throat, swollen glands and low grade fever, is it flu or should i consult my gp?

Accepted Answer

Pattern non-specific: This pattern of symptoms could be from many different issues, usually infectious. True flu usually initiates with a high fever, but not always. The only way to separate flu from the other possibilities is an exam and testing. Since the Tamiflu treatment would only be helpful if started in the first day/2 of symptoms, a visit is reasonable.

Question 3

i've had a runny nose, sore throat,  swollen glands and intermittent headaches for the past 10 -12 days. suspect sinuses are involved.

Accepted Answer

Dr. can check it out: New throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep). Some throat lozenges and Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin can decrease pain.

Question 4

i have a headache, sore achy throat and swollen glands and generally tired. have had symptoms since thursday 2nd. any idea what it is?

Accepted Answer

Flu like symptoms: Could be flu, upper respiratory infection(virus or bacterial) go see you doctor to help sort it out

Question 5

what's the best way to treat a sore throat and swollen glands?

Accepted Answer

Doctor's visit: Depends on a number of things:
what the swollen glands feel like
what the throat looks like
fever?
Elevated wbc?
Any other medical history?
How long it has been going on.
Any other findings on exam.

Question 6

what are some natural ways to treat a sore throat/swollen glands?

Accepted Answer

Salt water gargles: For significant sore throat with swollen tonsils / lymph nodes –  see physician & get a strep throat test/ culture. If you have strep throat, antibiotic therapy is imperative to prevent future complications.  Saltwater gargles: mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water – gargle several times a day. Or gargle with aloe vera juice twice a day.

Question 7

very sore throat, swollen glands, tired, cough. had it for 10 days, what do you think it is?

Accepted Answer

Viral syndrome or: allergies. More likely viral... Could be mononucleosis,which is a virus and lasts a while.

Question 8

no, i am a non smoker.  the cough has been copounded by sore throat, swollen glands, headace and nausia..?

Accepted Answer

Could be a cold: Simple things being simple, this is probably a cold.  Possibly viral.  Possibly bacterial.  Rest and fluids is key.  If there is any colored discharge then antibiotics might become needed.
Some people worry about cancer with swollen glands.  While possible, the likelihood is low, especially for a nonsmoker...But not impossible.

Question 9

had 2 front crowns 3 years ago,  been having pain and now sore throat swollen glands, no voice  could this be from the crowns?

Accepted Answer

Front crowns: Your symptoms are generally unrelated to dental treatment.
 However, it the pain is in the teeth that have the crowns, you need to have them examined by a dentist.

Question 10

what is wrong if i have sore throat, swollen glands an joint pain?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: You may have mono or an untreated strep infection.See your doctor for help.

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Breastfeeding mother of 8 month old. currently very fatiqued, having general body pains, dull headache, sore throat, swollen glands and low grade fever, is it flu or should i consult my gp?

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I've had a runny nose, sore throat, swollen glands and intermittent headaches for the past 10 -12 days. suspect sinuses are involved.

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I have a headache, sore achy throat and swollen glands and generally tired. have had symptoms since thursday 2nd. any idea what it is?

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What's the best way to treat a sore throat and swollen glands?

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What are some natural ways to treat a sore throat/swollen glands?

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Very sore throat, swollen glands, tired, cough. had it for 10 days, what do you think it is?

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No, i am a non smoker. the cough has been copounded by sore throat, swollen glands, headace and nausia..?

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Had 2 front crowns 3 years ago, been having pain and now sore throat swollen glands, no voice could this be from the crowns?

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What is wrong if i have sore throat, swollen glands an joint pain?

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