Hello,
A few weeks ago I was flat in bed for a week with a horrible cold, body/joint pain, fever/chills, ear pain, sore throat, fatigue and loss of appetite. After several days and worsening ear pain, I went to see a Dr. who gave me anti-biotics and told me I had an "infection in my ears and lungs". He also gave me pain meds for the ears. Within another week I was feeling better and back to work (although still very weak)
I never really got my energy back and now the ear pain is back on one side and my tonsil (?or something deep in there) is swollen and very painful to the touch (yes, I stuck my finger in there and probed around) and when I swallow on that side. I am so fatigued that all I can do is sleep -- for about 12 hours a day. Slight fever (about 99). I am usually a very energetic 29 year old who loves to play sports.
What is going on? Should I return to the doctor? (just at a clinic since my insurance sucks) or do I wait it out? I HATE feeling like this. How could I be sick again?
Thank you
Sincerely,
JI