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Doctor insights on: Woke Sore Throat

It is likely infecti: Sore throat is frequently caused by the head-cold virus which usually resolves in 4-5 days with the help of tylenol (acetaminophen) pills and lots of warm liquids.
If you develop fever or enlarged lymph glands, it can also be strept throat infection(bacterial infection). This requires antibiotics use and a visit to your family doctor unless you get well with tylenol (acetaminophen) in another 1-2 days. ...Read more

Yes: Most viral infections get better and 10 to 14 days this second worsening as it's called usually is a bacterial infection see a doctor for treatment ...Read more

Doctor can evaluate: A primary care doctor can evaluate to see if there is a cold (viral infection), a strep throat (bacterial and would need antibiotics), a sinus infection, allergies in the nose and sinuses, mucus or wheezing in the lungs (might need some asthma treatment), sinus symptoms related to other causes, etc... Since one can have one or more of these issues at the same time, a doctor's visit is recommended. ...Read more

Viral: Probably viral and should subside on its own. ...Read more

Yes: It could be. Good luck and speedy recovery. ...Read more

That happens: It's been happening iwth all my patients lately. But with any bronchitis, the inflammation stays for weeks after the infection is gone.
Humidity might help, Mostly it is a reason for prescriptions that work on lung inflammation. Stronger or weaker ones depending on the amount of inflammation. ...Read more

Probably not: Probably from post-nasal drainage. Try some nasal saline spray or rinse and an antihistamine (benadryl, zyrtec, allegra, etc). If it worsens, fails to improve over a few days, or you start running a fever — see a doctor. ...Read more

No: In general these type symptoms require doctor visit. Have a doctor visit or Healthtap visit for specific diagnosis and treatment ...Read more

I sympathise...: I had that type of cough after christmas 2012. My back even ached from all the coughing. I took mucinex-dm mainly for the dextromethorphan hydrobromide, which is a cough suppressant. It is inexpensive and worked wonders for me! Take the maximum recommended dose until your cough tones down. ...Read more

No: Strep has to be treated with antibiotic. Sore throat is usually caused by virus, may be the presenting symptom of a cold. You can try sore throat losanges, warm tea or Tylenol (acetaminophen). Strep throat usually causes pain with swallowing and fever without any cough. It needs to be treated with antibiotic. ...Read more

Yes.: I would say that in context that you don't have more symptoms that stated. The mucous dries up the very superficial (to the surface) blood vessels in the back of the nose and the throat that they pop and cause some blood that people can taste on waking up. Take care of the sore throat and enjoy your turkey. ...Read more

Possible flu: Any fevers? If so then sounds like flu like symptoms. Did you get flu shot? While efficacy of flu shot was poor this year it is still effective in attenuating symptoms. Have you had any sick contacts? If you do get tested and are positive and if you are at high risk for serious complications then tamiflu (oseltamivir) might be still possible but if you are not in a high risk group then may not help much. ...Read more

Viral infection: Almost all upper respiratory tract infections start with a virus. The fact that you have nasal congestion associated with the sore throat is typical of a viral etiology. In general, if symptoms get worse after 5 days or not improved after 10 days a throat culture and appropriate antibiotic should be considered. ...Read more

Yes: You can do it whoever try to go easy, and do not expend too much time. ...Read more

Re evaluation: You should re evaluated if the pain persist and lymph nodes become large. ...Read more

Yes: Call your doctor ASAP since a minor infection may become a serious one for those whose immune responses have been suppressed. ...Read more

Depends: I would need more information, but appears that you have some sort of viral syndrome or the residual of a migraine. Recommend discussing your problem with your doctor. ...Read more

Viral fevers: Fevers due to viral infections typically last 3-5 days, but can occur for 7-10 (less common). The trend of the fever is more important than the duration of fever in many cases. For instance, illnesses that start with high fevers which decrease with time are less concerning than those that start low but increase in degree over the course of days. ...Read more

Early preg test: Most urine preg tests won't show pos til a few days of ur next menses due, depending on if u have regular cycles. Yes, it may be "too early." the symptoms u have though sound a bit more like allergies or a cold possibly. (not to say you can't have both, just they are not necessarily related.) For now lots of rest & fluids is best for all the above. A cpl days will be telling. Fell well, gd lk. ...Read more

Sore throat: No, see a doctor early for a throat culture to rule out a strep throat. ...Read more

Lockjaw is Tetanus: You have the signs and symptoms of a tetanus infection. Go to the er now without delay. Go now. ...Read more

Sore throat aches: May be post nasal drip (you can have without runny nose) or strep or flu. Drink lots of Vit C, which helps for viral infections. Try zyrtec(for post nasal drip), elevate head of bed, drink fluids go to doctor/urgent care and get checked for strep, flu is less likely because usually have runny nose but can have more subtle signs so may check for that as well. . ...Read more

Sore Throat: It is pharyngitis (sore throat). Try gargles and steam inhalation. Also, try Ibuprofen. Needs to get evaluated fir strep. ...Read more

Acid reflux?: You could have had some acid reflux through the night that caused those symptoms. Or you could be developing a viral upper respiratory infection. Wait and see how the next 24 hours progress — if you get a fever, cough, runny nose then infection is more likely. ...Read more

Viral URI?: Without seeing and examining you it is impossible to say what this is, but based upon the description you provided it is not unlikely that this is a viral illness. You cannot exclude bacterial (almost entirely Grp A Strep) pharyngitis or allergies without a full assessment. Hope you are better soon. ...Read more

Congestion: Caused by screaming, the panic attack, and possibly a coming cold, rest, relax, fluids will help, see your doctor/psychiatrist if not better, good luck ...Read more

Post nasal drip: Mostly likely this is due to you having post nasal drip which can irritate the throat. If this persists or worsens throughout the day follow up with a doctor for an exam. Also, a trial of antihistamines(benadryl, zyrtec, claritin, etc) may help with your post nasal drip. ...Read more

Throat infection.: At the least, this may be a throat infection brewing. This could be viral (more likely) or bacterial. See how it goes over the next day or so. If your symptoms progress, you should be evaluated to see if directed treatment may be needed. ...Read more

YES!: With your symptoms of a sore throat and pain with coughing combined with difficulty breathing, you should definitely see a doctor. If you are making wheezing noises from your throat or if you find it difficult to breathe when you are on your back, you should see your doctor or go to the emergency room asap. ...Read more

GERD: You likely had some severe reflux regurgitation of acid on top of chronic acid reflux... Should start some anti-reflux meds and be seen by an ENT if it persists. ...Read more