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I have a sore throat, a minor to mild pain when swallowing and had the perception that I had fever in the last 24 hrs. what could be the cause? What treatment should I seek?

 

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April 1 2:38 PM (6 minutes and 17 seconds later)
         
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The majority of sore throats are caused by viral infections which will be self limiting withing 5 to 7 days. They are usually accompanied by a variety of symptoms including nasal and chest symptoms. Occasionally a secondary bacterial infection can occur leading to severe sore throat or chest infections. At the moment treatment is symptomatic with hot drinks, vitamin C, anti-inflammatory or analgesic lozenges or mouthwashes.

Drink plenty of water. Add in tylenol or ibuprofen for temperature, aches & pains. Add in a decongestant eg pseudoephedrine for nasal symptoms and consider trying a steam inhalation. Great for moistening the nose and throat.

Apart from that, if the sore throat persists for more than 5 days, pop and see your doctor then.

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