Taylor, MI
A 34-year-old female asked about a 10-year-old male:
son w/soar throat 6 wks, dx=no strep, nothing but didn't feel neck had a couple unexp. fevers soarness is in middle of neck hurts breathing, swallowin?
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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered
Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology 36 years experience
Mgt: Additional cultures may be obtained and imaging of the area may be indicated. Warm soothing liquids, throat lozenges and moist air mist can also alleviate the symptoms.
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