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What is the cure for sore throat and swallowing problem?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have a sore throat and trouble swallowing. I had Candida albicans in the throat and saw an ENT two days ago. He said it was almost gone but I have an inflamed papilla. Could that be the reason? I have trouble eating and drinking now.
Answered by Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal

Education:

MS ENT

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Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal is an Otolaryngologist specializing in Audiology with ten years of clinical experience. She completed her MS in ENT at the Baba Farid University of Health Science. She specializes in treating and managing diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related bodily structures, treating those with hearing loss, and proactively preventing related damage. She is practicing at Government medical college, Bharatpur, and RBM Hospital, Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India.

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An enlarged papilla can be due to infection and inflammation. Apply Candid Mouth Paint (Clotrimazole Topical) to the tongue and oral cavity four to five times a day for a week. I suggest you take an oral antifungal also. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and with their consent take the medicines. Is there any history of diabetes? It would be better if you can send me a picture of your throat so that I can suggest you better and prescribe you accordingly.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Attached here is a picture of my throat. There is no history of diabetes. I have been on Nystatin for over a month now.

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal

Education:

MS ENT

Professional Bio:

Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal is an Otolaryngologist specializing in Audiology with ten years of clinical experience. She completed her MS in ENT at the Baba Farid University of Health Science. She specializes in treating and managing diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related bodily structures, treating those with hearing loss, and proactively preventing related damage. She is practicing at Government medical college, Bharatpur, and RBM Hospital, Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India.

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Hello,

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I have gone through the attachments (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Fungal infection can lead to superadded bacterial infection. You are having glossitis that is tongue cracks along with candidiasis. I suggest you take a course of antibiotics as well. Apply Candid mouth paint (Clotrimazole Topical) to the tongue and oral cavity. I suggest you take tablet vitamin C once daily and use Hexidine mouth wash (Chlorhexidine Gluconate). Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and with their consent take the medicine. Avoid any spicy food and aerated drinks. Avoid smoking and tobacco use.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At February 2, 2018
Reviewed At April 28, 2025

Education:

MS ENT

Professional Bio:

Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal is an Otolaryngologist specializing in Audiology with ten years of clinical experience. She completed her MS in ENT at the Baba Farid University of Health Science. She specializes in treating and managing diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related bodily structures, treating those with hearing loss, and proactively preventing related damage. She is practicing at Government medical college, Bharatpur, and RBM Hospital, Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India.

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BDS

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Education:

MS ENT

Professional Bio:

Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal is an Otolaryngologist specializing in Audiology with ten years of clinical experience. She completed her MS in ENT at the Baba Farid University of Health Science. She specializes in treating and managing diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related bodily structures, treating those with hearing loss, and proactively preventing related damage. She is practicing at Government medical college, Bharatpur, and RBM Hospital, Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India.

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