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Mild congestion in throat
I have having a mild sore throat since last few days. There is no fever or cough or cold.
I have been doing salt water gargle.
Should I be worried?
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Have you travelled in the last 1 month
Is there any risk exposure
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continue salt water gargling
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Dr. Anuraj CP
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Malappuram
Do u have any travel history or exposure to covid patients?
Just observe for the time being and watch for any new symptoms. Stay at home as much as possible
Consult if u have more doubts
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Dr. Vaibhav Ramnath Kute
Family Physician
3 yrs exp
Nashik
Is there any history of travel or contact with person having travel history?
It looks like local throat infection and local swelling of throat due to inflammation. Detailed history is required .
You'll require Antibiotic, anti inflammatory medicines
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continue warm salt water gargles daily.Hot sips encouraged. avoid sore and spicy foods.
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Dr. Swapnil Ganeshpure
General Physician
16 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
As long as you don’t have fever, you should not be worried.
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