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I really need to see a ent for my dry throat. is there any working in cape town during lockdown. it is causing discomfort and a lot of anxiety because it is persistent. i tried a humidifier and more water plus lozenges?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Avoid smoke/smoking: Continue the humidifer, fluids and lozenges. Monitor for fever, and consider a test for COVID 19. Avoid smoke and smoking. A virtual ENT inbox consultation may be available on Healthtap or locally.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/24/2023

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A member asked:

I really need to see a ent for my dry throat. is there any working in cape town during lockdown. it is causing discomfort and a lot of anxiety because it is persistent. i tried a humidifier and more water plus lozenges?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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