My husband has had everything you've mentioned for over 2 weeks now (since around august 6) and he is maybe 30% better but still suffering. How long did yours last? Like you said, we are staying away from online because sites like web md can make you feel like you're dying... The only thing different is my husband hasn't been given antibiotics at all, just allergy meds and insufficient, temporary relief instructions (like gargling, ibuprofen,etc).
Yeah I did everything you mentioned above. It helped me feel better for a few hours but I was still usually always in pain. After I wrote this I bought some Dayquil because I was tired of always taking ibprofan. The dayquil helped a few days later I started getting better and it eventally completely stopped hurting. Now my mom is battling a sore throat hers has lasted a while like mine did but hers seems to go away then reoccur so either we had a virus from the cold or she has something different then I did. Im just glad my sore throat finally went away. Its aweful always being in pain that long.
Hello,
It is due to pharygitis which usually occurs when viruses (or sometimes bacteria) from a cold, flu, or sinus infection involve the throat.
Gargling with a half teaspoon of salt dissolved in a glass of warm water or using antiseptic lozenges or sprays will help. You can also use nonprescription pain relievers such as aspirin. Rest adequately and do not smoke.If you are feeling uncomfortable with cough,take over the counter cough suppressants.Also use throat lozenges or throat sprays. Also consult your doctor as you may need a further course of antibiotics.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.