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fever for 4 days, extreme sore throat, difficulty swallowing, chest pain and light headedness when trying to eat

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February 23 2006 at 10:40 AM (28 minutes and 39 seconds later)
         
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Hello

You might want to go to the doctor to get a throat culture to rule out strep throat.

If you do test positive you will need a course of antibiotics to clear it up.

That being said, there are several viruses floating around this winter where a severe sore throat is a symptom. Since they are viral, antibiotics won't help, and they will run their course. Your doctor may opt to prescribe an antiviral medication to help you get over it faster.

In the mean time, be sure you are getting enough liquids. Try hot and cold and drink which ever is the most soothing to your throat. Try a spoon full of honey to sooth as well, and gargle with salt water.

Hope you are feeling better soon,

Kerry



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February 23 2006 at 1:06 PM (6 minutes and 40 seconds later)
         
Reply to Kerry's Post: he is having severe night sweats and chest pain when he eats.
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February 23 2006 at 1:16 PM (10 minutes and 17 seconds later)
         
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He needs to seek medical attention tonight. If there isn't an urgent care in your area, take him to the ER.

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February 23 2006 at 1:18 PM (2 minutes and 5 seconds later)
         
Reply to Kerry's Post: okay, we are on our way. do you have any suggestions of what it might be?
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February 23 2006 at 1:20 PM (2 minutes and 11 seconds later)
         
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It's probably a lung/throat infection or a virus. But since he is so uncomfortable, and there has been a fever, you need to find out if antibiotics are needed.

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