Question 1

I've been dealing with a scratchy throat that keeps coming and going for the last six months. It doesn't really hurt or cause major issues, just feels a bit rough sometimes. Plus, for the past two months, I've noticed my papillae are inflamed, which might be why I have this white coating on my tongue. I've visited ENT specialists, but the antibiotics they prescribe don't make a difference. The scratchy throat seems to come and go, but the inflamed papillae and that scrappable white coating on my tongue aren't going away. What could be causing these symptoms? Should I be worried or try something different?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like you might be dealing with chronic irritation, possibly due to post-nasal drip or a mild infection, which can lead to a scratchy throat and inflamed papillae. The white coating on your tongue, which is scrappable, could indicate a fungal overgrowth or poor oral hygiene. If antibiotics aren't helping, it might be worth revisiting the ENT specialist for a more targeted approach, such as antifungal treatment or addressing any underlying reflux or immune system factors.

Question 2

I've got a bit of a situation here. I tried eating a bunch of French fries at once, and I think the sharp edges scratched my throat. Now I've got these little red patches on my throat wall, and it hurts when I swallow. Do you think this will just hea...

Accepted Answer

To help with the pain and inflammation, you can try using a throat anesthetic spray to numb the area. Additionally, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen (e.g. Advil) to reduce the pain and inflammation. Gargling with warm salt water can also help soothe the throat. If the symptoms persist or worsen, it's best to consult with a doctor for further evaluation and treatment.

Question 3

I've been having this issue where I wake up every morning with a runny nose and just nonstop sneezing, and sometimes it even happens at night before I drift off to sleep. It's been happening for a few months now, and I'm starting to feel a bit worrie...

Accepted Answer

That could be allergic Rhinitis take levocitrizine at bedtime for few days, maintain healthy lifestyle avoid triggering factors.

Question 4

I was using qtipsearbuds to clean my ear canals and might have gone in too deep because when I pulled it out, it was bloody and now my ear hurts. Could this mean I ruptured my eardrum? What should I do about it?

Accepted Answer

Yes  there can be ear drum damage so consult ent for the same

Question 5

I'm concerned about my three-year-old son. I gave him this medicine called Macpod 50, and I'm noticing that his lips are getting bigger. Can you help me understand why this might be happening?

Accepted Answer

As you have mentioned that your three-year-old child's lip portion is getting big after taking Macpod 50, this could be a sign of an allergic reaction to the medication. Macpod 50 is a brand name for Cefpodoxime, which is an antibiotic commonly used to treat bacterial infections. In some cases, allergic reactions to antibiotics can manifest as swelling of the lips or other parts of the body. I recommend stopping the medication immediately and contacting your child's healthcare provider. They may prescribe an antihistamine to help reduce the swelling and provide further guidance on how to manage the allergic reaction.

Question 6

I've been dealing with this ear block on and off for the past couple of months. It seems to get worse when I'm talking at work, but it doesn't bother me at all in the mornings. Any idea what's going on with that? Would love some advice.

Accepted Answer

You need to get your ear and nose examined .The block could be due multiple reasons which need to be ruled out.

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