A 19-year-old female asked:
i have a very sore throat, chest congestion, cough, and itchy ears. it has been 2 days and it is only getting worse. what could this be?
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Dr. Jed Kwartler answered
37 years experience ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Ear infection: Sounds most likely to be an upper respiratory virus. Treatment is just symptomatic. Lots of liquids, mucous thinners, humidification, tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin for fever.
Answered on Feb 6, 2018
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Dr. Latonya Brown-Puryear answered
21 years experience Pulmonary Critical Care
Congestion: Likely a viral illness. Can take a week to 10 days to run its course. Typically medicate symptoms and stay well hydrated.
Answered on Feb 6, 2018
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