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Throat infection

2017-08-05 05:30:59
Ive been having throat infection and runny nose since 4 days.i am taking cough syrups.its not helping.
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You might be suffering from acute viral upper respiratory tract infection which is a common type of throat infection. You may need to take antibiotics and cough syrups along with steam inhalation.
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Consult nearby ENT specialist or physician for treatment if required

Answered2017-08-06 03:36:57

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