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Immense Pain in Neck and Throat
I have had an extremely sore neck on the left side for the last 24 hours, it has gotten worse in the last 6 and is also accompanied by a very sore throat and difficulty swallowing. Anelgesic and over the counter anti-inflammatory has been ineffective. Pain woke me from my sleep. Neck is extremely tender as is throat and glands are visibly swollen, particularly on the left. Have not had any trauma to the neck but a few days ago the right side was almost as painful. Should I present to the ER or could it be minor? It may be insignificant but I commenced Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) 2 weeks ago for PsA. Otherwise healthy 29 y/o female.
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I think you must be having acute tonsillitis or pharyngitis, it can be diagnosed only after examining your throat. As of now try taking some antibiotics (with a combination of Amoxycillin & Clavulanic acid), anti-inflammatory (Ibuprofen) and Povidone iodine throat gargles. Drink plenty of warm water, if the pain persists please do consult an ENT specialist.
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OHNS2010