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I have throat pain for past three days. How to cure the pain?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have throat pain. The pain aggravates during eating or drinking. I also feel the pain while even swallowing saliva. I have the pain for the past three days. I am currently taking lozenges (Strepsils).
Answered by Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty is an Otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders. His skills include managing sinus and nasal conditions, treating hearing and balance issues, performing head and neck surgeries, and providing comprehensive care for voice, swallowing, and sleep-related problems.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thanks for posting the query.

I have gone through the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity) thoroughly, and I believe that you are suffering from acute granular pharyngitis. You need to start with home remedies such as

1. Drinking frequent sips of warm water.

2. OTC (over-the-counter) pain relievers such as Ibuprofen or Diclofenac.

3. Use Povidone iodine mouth gargles.

4. Avoid coffee, smoking, chilled food and beverages.

If the symptoms do not subside within a couple of days, then you need to consult an ENT specialist for a thorough examination and management. Hope this answers your query; revert to me if you have any follow up questions.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Hemalatha
Published At June 25, 2019
Reviewed At April 10, 2024

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty is an Otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders. His skills include managing sinus and nasal conditions, treating hearing and balance issues, performing head and neck surgeries, and providing comprehensive care for voice, swallowing, and sleep-related problems.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Hemalatha is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with expertise in preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental care. She is passionate about promoting oral health and creating personalized treatment plans to suit each patient’s needs. Her clinical approach emphasizes patient comfort, precision, and long-term dental wellness, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every individual under her care.

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Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty
Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty

Otolaryngology (E.N.T)

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty is an Otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders. His skills include managing sinus and nasal conditions, treating hearing and balance issues, performing head and neck surgeries, and providing comprehensive care for voice, swallowing, and sleep-related problems.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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