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Igormarynowski · 36-40, M
Hi there, I'm sorry to hear that you are experiencing a sore throat. I would recommend that you consult with a doctor to determine the cause of your symptoms. Although you have tested negative for COVID, it could still be a bacterial infection such as strep throat. A doctor would be able to examine you and give you an accurate diagnosis.
In the meantime, you could try some home remedies to ease the discomfort. Gargling with warm saltwater can help to reduce inflammation and soothe the throat. Drinking warm liquids such as tea with honey or chicken soup can also help to alleviate symptoms. You could also try using throat lozenges or sprays for temporary relief.
There are also herbal remedies that can help with sore throat symptoms, such as licorice root, slippery elm, and marshmallow root. However, it is important to note that these remedies should not be used as a substitute for medical treatment.
Again, it is best to consult with a doctor to determine the underlying cause of your sore throat. I hope you start feeling better soon!
In the meantime, you could try some home remedies to ease the discomfort. Gargling with warm saltwater can help to reduce inflammation and soothe the throat. Drinking warm liquids such as tea with honey or chicken soup can also help to alleviate symptoms. You could also try using throat lozenges or sprays for temporary relief.
There are also herbal remedies that can help with sore throat symptoms, such as licorice root, slippery elm, and marshmallow root. However, it is important to note that these remedies should not be used as a substitute for medical treatment.
Again, it is best to consult with a doctor to determine the underlying cause of your sore throat. I hope you start feeling better soon!
iamnikki · 31-35, F
@Igormarynowski thank you for your thoughtful reply. I tried most of what you mentioned, with no relief, which made me concerned. I got tested today, it's strep
SethGreene531 · M
Unusual redness is often one sign it could be strep. I think you can still test positive for a strep swab even without white patches. A few of my strep throats never had them either.
You're guaranteed to feel like death though--aches, chills, fever--the works.
I used an over the counter throat spray with an anesthetic in it like Chloraseptic
https://www.chloraseptic.com
ice chips, or menthol lozenges may help too.
Try and get an antibiotic asap, as strep runs long, as you know.
When I had my last bout, the fever ran 2 weeks without breaking and was excruciating.
It cleared, then the sore throat began a week later and kept getting worse with white spots.
With the fever gone, I could finally tolerate sitting at the doctor's, who confirmed strep and gave an antibiotic.
Feel better, and get well soon!!
You're guaranteed to feel like death though--aches, chills, fever--the works.
I used an over the counter throat spray with an anesthetic in it like Chloraseptic
https://www.chloraseptic.com
ice chips, or menthol lozenges may help too.
Try and get an antibiotic asap, as strep runs long, as you know.
When I had my last bout, the fever ran 2 weeks without breaking and was excruciating.
It cleared, then the sore throat began a week later and kept getting worse with white spots.
With the fever gone, I could finally tolerate sitting at the doctor's, who confirmed strep and gave an antibiotic.
Feel better, and get well soon!!
iamnikki · 31-35, F
@SethGreene531 it was strep. I actually didn't feel too terrible. Felt like a regular sore throat, that was unresponsive to any medicine , broth, cough drop, throat spray etc and seemed to be getting worse.
I'd been sneezing multiple times daily, prior (unusual for me) to feeling sick.
Felt suddenly sick Saturday while at the grocery store. Went downhill from there. Went to doc after work 🥹 Monday and was confirmed
I'd been sneezing multiple times daily, prior (unusual for me) to feeling sick.
Felt suddenly sick Saturday while at the grocery store. Went downhill from there. Went to doc after work 🥹 Monday and was confirmed
Lanie78 · 41-45, F
Tonsillitis strep throat will have white pus spots at the back of the throat, usually in the tonsil area.
Most drs won't give anything for viral infections as they clear up within two weeks by themselves.
Drink plenty of fluids. Gargle with salt water ( don't drink it) and rest if you can.
So many things going about at the moment.
Most drs won't give anything for viral infections as they clear up within two weeks by themselves.
Drink plenty of fluids. Gargle with salt water ( don't drink it) and rest if you can.
So many things going about at the moment.
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novaguy2u · 70-79, M
An old and effective cure for symptoms such as this is: in a large mug, a shot of whiskey (usually Scotch), a large spoon of honey (manuka honey is best if you have it, but any honey), the juice of a whole lemon, and fill the mug with boiling water. Stir well. Wash down two paracetamol with the drink and head to bed.
Midnightoker1 · 61-69, M
Could be the flu? Although it seems to have disappeared since the appearance of the fake covid..
Emarky · 31-35, M
Salt and water helps
ExtremeNext · 31-35
Throat cancer 😳
Bang5luts · M
Strep?