A member asked:

I had a sore ear and throat last night in bed, today i was fine but now i am in bed it is back again also finding it harder to breathe when lying down. fine?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Probably: Most upper respiratory infections are viral, not bacterial.We can treat the viral infections but the cost/benefit is seldom worth it.If you can beat it with rest, fluids and TLC (like chicken soup) do so.

Answered 6/10/2014

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