Severe Throat Infection

Dr. Karun GuptaBDS, Non-Resident J.R. in Dept. of Orthodontics, Certified oral implantologist, Advanced Aesthetics, Digital Smile DesignerDentist

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It sounds like you have a significant burn on your tongue and surrounding areas from the hot water you drank two days ago. While minor tongue burns typically heal within a week or two, your symptoms, including the inability to close your mouth, excess saliva, and changes in tongue texture, suggest a more severe burn that needs immediate medical attention. Here's what you should do: seek professional help immediately: go to the emergency room or urgent care: don't hesitate to seek immediate medical attention. Burns to the mouth and throat can be serious and lead to complications like dehydration, infection, and difficulty breathing. Explain your symptoms and the cause of the burn to the medical professionals. Home remedies are not enough: do not rely on home remedies alone: while some home remedies, like cold water and salt-water rinses, can provide temporary relief for minor burns, they are not sufficient for a burn as severe as yours. Avoid hot liquids, spicy foods, and acidic foods: these can further irritate the burn and delay healing. Additional information: the medical professionals will properly assess the severity of your burn and provide appropriate treatment, which may include pain medication, antibiotics to prevent infection, and other interventions. Depending on the severity of the burn, follow-up care with your dentist or a specialist may be needed. Remember, your health is the priority. Seek immediate medical attention to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment for your burn. Do not try to manage it on your own or rely solely on home remedies. I understand this is a stressful situation, but please prioritize your health and seek immediate medical attention. I hope you recover quickly and fully. 

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Dr. Rinku BiswasMBBS, MD - Pharmacology, CCEBDM(DIABETOLOGY)General Physician

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Hi Lybrate user, I understand your concern. Where do you have the swollen lymphnodes (head and neck area)? This could be a simple apthous ulcer which are self limiting and takes 5-10 days to cure. However unless a doctor examines it is difficult to completely rule out infectious condition like streptococcal infection or viral infection etc. Kindly follow the below conservative steps and hopefully it should be fine. 1. Rinse your mouth and gargle with warm and salted water atleast 3 times a day. 2. Eat less spicy food and nutritious food. 3. Curenext oral gel (turmeric) or orasore dental gel 5 min prior food (if you have severe pain and unable to eat) twice a day 4. Take any vitamin b complex for 10 days. Follow-up after 5 days if it doesnot decrease. 

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Dr. Abhishek ChaudhariMBBS, FCPS(MEDICINE)General Physician

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Tyclav 625 is a combination antibiotic medication that contains amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. The dosing frequency and duration of this medication can vary depending on the severity of the infection, your age, weight, and other medical conditions. However, the standard recommended dose for adults is one tablet (625 mg) taken orally every 12 hours for a total of two tablets daily. Since you have taken this medication before, it is possible that your doctor may have prescribed a different dosing schedule based on your individual needs. It is important to follow the instructions provided by your doctor or pharmacist regarding the timing and duration of your medication to ensure that you receive the full benefit of the treatment. If you are still unsure about the dosing frequency of your medication, I recommend that you consult with your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible for clarification. They can review your medical history and provide specific instructions on how to take your medication safely and effectively. It is important to complete the full course of your prescribed antibiotic treatment, even if your symptoms improve before the end of the treatment. This will help prevent the infection from recurring or becoming resistant to antibiotics. I hope this information helps. Please do not hesitate to contact me or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions or concerns. 

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Dr. S.K. SharmaMBBSGeneral Physician

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Vitamin b12 deficiency can lead to a range of symptoms, including fatigue, weakness, numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, difficulty maintaining balance, mood changes, and pale skin. In more severe cases, it can cause memory loss, confusion, and dementia. As for vitamin d deficiency, symptoms may include fatigue, muscle weakness, bone pain or tenderness, depression, and impaired wound healing. In children, it can cause rickets, a condition that causes softening and weakening of the bones. It is important to note that the symptoms you have mentioned, such as a sore throat, feeling feverish, a white tongue, and mouth ulcers, are not typically associated with a deficiency in vitamin b12 or vitamin d. These symptoms could be caused by a viral or bacterial infection, so it is important to seek medical attention if they persist or worsen. I would recommend speaking with healthcare provider or doctor about your symptoms and your recent test results to determine the best course of action for addressing any deficiencies and addressing any other health concerns you may have. They can help you determine if further testing or treatment is necessary. If you want to consult with me follow this link url/consult-privately/doctor/dr-satya-kishor-sharma-general-physician. 

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Dr. Amar DeepBHMSHomeopathy Doctor

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First of all avoid all food from outside and cold drinks even second he needs to take bell 30 thrice daily when there is a throat infection. 

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Dr. Narasimhalu C.R.V.(Professor)MD, MBBSDermatologist

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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this problem.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. 

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Dr. Monga Medi ClinicSexologist ClinicSexologist

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It occurs due to previous infections, such as strep throat or skin infections, injuries to the skin, such as a cut or scrape, bug bite, or severe sunburn, stress and other environmental factors, cold weather, smoking, drinking large amounts of alcohol etc. need to evaluate your concern in detail, consult online. 

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Dr. Karuna ChawlaBHMSHomeopathy Doctor

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Yes. 1. Do saline gargles daily. 2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also. 3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of ac. As our nose is the most sensitive part of our body, when there is temperature difference between two rooms or inside n outside, then if we not protect our nose, it gets affected. 4. Drink hot liquids --hot liquids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe the uncomfortably inflamed membranes that line your nose and throat. Homeopathic treatment has very encouraging results and gives relief in long term consult online with details. 

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Dr. Rakshith DasGeneral Physician

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1. Use probiotic like sporolac ds 1-0-1 * 3 days after food (for foul smelling semi solid stools with sensation of incomplete evacuation and abdominal cramps) 2. Use dolo 650 mg upto 3tabs/day for fever 3. Get blood tests done if fever persist to r/o dengue/ malaria/typhoid. 

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Dr. Prakhar SinghMBBS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE)General Physician

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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. This can cause an ear infection to affect the throat, and vice versa, and can happen quite easily. However, an ear infection affecting the eyes is less likely but may occur if discharge comes into contact. Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you. 

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