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Pain in inner throat
I have pain in right side inner throat it is paining like even if I swallow saliva. Creating a pricking feel and discomfort also. What could be the possibilities.? Should I check General Physician or ENT?
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It is most probably viral infection. So wait for 2 days and do not take any antibiotics. Do take:
1. Painkiller. Zerodol-P - 1 tablet twice daily.
2. Warm saline gargle, three times daily.
3. Avoid cold drinks.
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Betadine gargle add 3ml solution in hot to warm water gargle it before meals two times.
Zerodol sp three times after food for 3to5 days.
Azee500 one per day after food for 3to5 days. Montek lc one at night for five days
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Have you had a cold or cough recently?
Please consult the General physician first,they will examine you and if needed then will suggest to go for an ENT doctor.
Stay Hydrated,stay healthy.
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Proper examination needed. Do consult
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Hello,
Take Balanced diet.
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Thanks.
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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Please consult an ENT specialist for an examination
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Mr. Sijo Jose
General Practitioner
2 yrs exp
Thrissur
Could be tonsilitis/pharyngitis
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Warm betadine/saline gargle
Analgesics /anti inflammatory
Could be viral infection
Feel free to consult
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Dr. Rachna Pande
Internal Medicine
42 yrs exp
Bhopal
Please consult ENT surgeon.
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Dr. Sozab Malik
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Aligarh
Avoid any Cold Drinks and Beverages. Drink Lukewarm Water.
Next Steps
Take Coolora Mouthwash and Gargle 3 times a day
Take Tab. Zerodol SP Twice a Day
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If you don't get relief in 3 days then Consult to ENT Doctor
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Dr. Divyansh Jain
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Hello,
Pain on one side of the throat, particularly while swallowing saliva, is known as odynophagia (painful swallowing).
Possible causes include tonsillitis, pharyngitis, a small throat ulcer, or local inflammation. Occasionally, a tonsil stone or a foreign body, such as a small food particle, may cause a pricking sensation.
Rarely, severe one-sided throat pain may indicate a peritonsillar abscess, especially if accompanied by fever, swelling, or difficulty opening the mouth.
A physical examination is necessary to identify the exact cause.
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Consult an ENT specialist, as the pain is localised to one side. A general physician is also an appropriate first choice. Gargle with warm salt water 2â3 times daily. Maintain adequate hydration and consume soft, easily swallowed foods. Paracetamol may help relieve discomfort if you have no contraindications. Avoid starting antibiotics without examination, as many throat infections are viral.
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Avoid smoking, very spicy foods, and excessively hot beverages until symptoms improve. Seek medical attention if you develop difficulty breathing, inability to swallow saliva, drooling, muffled voice, significant one-sided swelling, or difficulty opening your mouth. These symptoms may indicate a deeper throat infection requiring prompt treatment. My recommendation: An ENT consultation would be particularly suitable given your one-sided pain and pricking sensation. Wishing you a speedy recovery!
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Dr. Somen Singh Naharawat
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Jaipur
Go for general physician or I suggest you to take azithromycin 500mg for three days and gargle of hot water or for further info you can consult from me thank you
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Mr. Ragib Javed
General Physician
Lucknow
Mostly probably it would be tonsillitis..and there are types of tonsillitis..to confirm share a picture of throat cavity or consultant a doctor..
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Painkillers and antibiotics are enough!!
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Ms. Alisha Bansal
Consultant Physician
3 yrs exp
Gwalior
Right-sided throat pain while swallowing saliva may be due to tonsillitis, a throat infection, or a local ulcer.
Please consult in detail for proper examination and diagnosis.
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If you have difficulty swallowing, breathing difficulty, fever, or neck swelling, seek urgent medical attention.
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Do consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
One-sided throat pain that's sharp even when swallowing saliva usually points to pharyngitis or tonsillitis, most often from a viral or bacterial throat infection. A general physician is the right first stop here rather than an ENT, since this sounds like an infection, not a structural problem.
Next Steps
A physician can examine your throat and check if you need antibiotics, and your temperature plus how well you swallow liquids will help guide that. Warm saltwater gargles and warm, soft fluids can ease the discomfort meanwhile.
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See an ENT instead if the pain keeps worsening, you develop drooling, cannot open your mouth fully, or have trouble breathing, since those need urgent evaluation.
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