hi, what happens if there is throat pain even without swallowing, it happens ofcourse when i swallow too? there is pain in the middle of my throat near the adams apple area..is this also part of strep and tonsilitis?   thanks
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it could be strep but I think it wise to go see your doctor for a more clear diagnosis. I think that you have no ordinary viral sore throat if you have had it for a while. If it has been a couple days gargle saltwater and take some medicine.
451936
I would go to the ER. I'm not sure where you are, but if you are in the States, you might try going to a minor emergency center. They are often open 24 hours, or at least on weekends. \nSounds like classic tonsilitis to me. If it is interfering with your ability to eat and drink then you should see a doctor as soon as you can. Try taking some ibuprofen or tylenol (paracetemol) to make yourself a little more comfortable.
165657
Sometimes when your tonsils have been removed you can still get a throat infection where the tonsils once were. I have also heard of tonsils growing back!!! Although I dont know if this is true.
92162
What I think you DON'T have is a doctor appointment...what I think you do have is a throat infection of some kind. Go see the doctor so you can get well and not spread anything to anybody else.
86170
I'm 27 and I just had my tonsils out 3 weeks ago.  My tonsils were huge & I was getting tonsilliths - plus everytime I get strep it gets worse & worse.  In most people your adenoids shrink as you get older (sometimes they don't) - mine were fine so I didn't end up having the adenoidectomy. \n\nThe day after the surgery, my throat hurt but all in all I felt fine.  I cleaned my car out, washed it, etc.  My doctor had told me I would need 2 weeks off of work and at that point I was thinking "yeah right".  \n\nIf you're that kind of person (thinking "I'll be fine") - heed your doctor's advice!!!!  You will NEED the full 2 weeks!)  I originally only took 1 week (had the surgery on a Tuesday and took the rest of the week off).  I ended up missing most of the 2nd week anyway.\n\nHere's why:\n\nAbout the 3rd day post surgery, it felt like I got hit by a truck.  I felt AWFUL.  My throat, tongue, ears and head hurt like hell.  Here's how you feel (not to scare you) - it's like you have a migraine, double ear infection & huge canker sores in the back of your throat.  You have to be careful not to eat things with salt or spices because it kills your throat!!  I just wanted to sleep.  Cold food (ice cream etc.) was NOT soothing to me.  I wanted chicken noodle soup (warm - NOT HOT - food)\n\nAfter about the 10th day, I felt much better.  The worst part about the whole ordeal was the ear pain.  My ENT said that most people call on about the 6th day complaining of the ear pain.  It still hurts when I yawn (like there's a sprained muscle in my throat) & food doesn't taste right but other then that I'm fine.  \n\nI've had TONS of ear problems (cholesteatoma, ear bone reconstruction etc.) - I don't know how much those were associated with the tonsil stuff.  Since my last ear surgery in February of 2005 I've been fine w/ the ear stuff and since it's only been 3 weeks, I can't really answer the question about ear/throat problems being better just yet. \n\nHope this helps & didn't scare you - let me know if you have any other questions.
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Have you been to your doctor about this? Because he/she is the only one you should be taking advise from. And he/she can properly check out if nothing serious is going on with your throat. But an innocent trick is; drinking tea with a spoonfull of honey. Again, if you are concerned with this matter; go to your doctor. That's the safest thing to do. If you ask for some alternatives for medicines, he should be able to give you some options. I hope your throat clears up. I've had awfull pain to my throat aswell. So i know how it might feel for you. Good luck...
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I had extreme chest pain when swallowing and nausea, but never neck or teeth pain or arm pain.  I suppose it is possible.
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The problem with strep throat is not that it is a fever-inducing, terribly sore throat, that makes you feel awful; but rather that the infection can spread to your heart or kidneys and cause significant long term damage.\n\nIf you are running a fever greater than 100 F, you have swollen, tender lymph nodes under your jaw, and you see white spots (exudates) on the back of your throat, then go in and get an antibiotic to address the problem.  If you don't have at least two of these symptoms then it is unlikely to be strep throat.  \n\nIn that case:  Gargle with warm salt water.  Get your rest.  Drink plenty of fluids.  Use Ibuprofen or Tylenol for the discomfort.\n\nGood luck.
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definitely strep throat, go to the dr for sure and he can put you on antibiotics and u should be feeling better in a week or so
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Go to the ER or Nearest Immediate Care Clinic. Chances are you have strep or tonsilitis but throat swelling can be an allergic reaction to something you ate or took. If that is the case you will need to go to the ER.
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my mother is the same way. she constantly has strep. she is older, so tonsil surgury is dangerous and she doesn't want to have it.  Her doctor said if you have strep over 3 times in 3 years, you should have them removed.  My step-dad has his removed for the same problem, and one tonsil actually grew back!!! ugh!  I've had strep, and I feel your pain!!! I hope you find something that works soon!\n... i don't recommend trying this without asking your doctor:::: but, the last time I had strept, I did not go to the doctor. I decided to let it ride out it's course.  I got very sick, and it took longer to go away, but it eventually did, and I haven't had it since (2 years ago).   if that built up my immunity, I don't know.  but it's a thought.   HOWEVER, that said, my body had no energy to fight off anything after the strept and I got an extremely painful canker sore (couldn't open my mouth at all), and I broke out in hives.  So there's definitely a price to pay!! \ngood luck!
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If you do have strep, you really need to see a doctor to get started on an antibiotic.  If you don't get it taken care of with medicine, it will only get worse.  Left untreated, it can lead to kidney damage among other things.  We have had alot of strep in our family this year resulting in 2 tonsillectomies.  Please see a doctor so you can feel better.  Usually, people feel better after on 24 hours of an antibiotic.\n\nFeel better soon.
456759
Do you have a fever? Chances are you have strep throat an d need antibiotics. Also, soups are only good for colds and flus. With a sore throat drink super cold and/or super hot things. Also, I recommend taking Airborne for about a week. It's gross but the lemon flovor is tolerable. This has tons of vitamins to help your immune system kick in. Good luck, hope you're feeling better soon.
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If you were on antibiotics and didn't finish  your prescription you may have the tonsillitis again, if your ears hurt you probably have an ear infection too  (it is pretty common since the throat, ears, and nose are all connected)  Try gargling with warm salt water, that will help.  (Popsicles are a bit better for tonsillitis than ice cream)\ngo back to the Dr. if it persists!! (you don't want it to turn in to strep)
526261
Not related.  Watch your throat, is it gets hard to swallow you may have strep and need antibiotics.  Sounds like you have a good sprain/strain too.  Looks like you are headed for a miserable weekend.....
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only your doctor can tell you if it is viral or bacterial, either way you should see him/her.  If it is bacterial, you need to be prescribed an antibiotic.  You don't want it to get worse, especially if it is strep throat.  Untreated, strep throat can cause all kinds of ugly problems.  \nViral illnesses cannot be treated with antibiotics, but you can probably find something over the counter to help with the symptoms while you ride it out.  Hope you feel better, and call a doctor. (p.s. usually strep throat comes with swollen tonsils, white patches on the back of the throat, and bad breath.)
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is there any possible way that you could be getting ahold of something you're allergic to?  swelling of the throat is a very dangerous condition.  and is most times caused by something you're allergic to.  also, swelling of the throat can be caused by undiagnosed acid reflux disease.  your esophagus can become inflamed from damage caused by the acid coming up in your throat.\nI don't mean to bother you, but how much faster is the problem progressing from the time you first noticed it?  is it getting worse by the week?  day?  hour?  minute?  I'm just wondering because if it's getting worse by the hour or minute, you need to get to a hospital asap.  have you noticed any swelling in your tongue?  and when is your scan scheduled?\nIf you want to write back we're all here for you.  and will try to help.