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Throat irritation and cough, chill
Hi, Dr I am feeling throat irritation, cough and chill may I know solution. It started today. Please let me know your suggestions.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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Need few more details
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Dr. Najeeb T
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Malappuram
Patient's detailed medical history is required. It is recommended to consult a doctor professional through the Practo app or visit a local medical facility for a thorough evaluation.
Please keep in mind that detailed medical history is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
Throat irritation and chills can be indicative of various conditions. Here are some general precautions you can take:
Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, herbal tea, or warm broth, to soothe your throat and stay hydrated.
Rest: Give your body adequate rest to help it recover from illness. Avoid strenuous activities.
Warm Salt Gargle: Gargling with warm salt water can help soothe a sore throat. Mix about half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water.
Use a Humidifier: Adding moisture to the air with a humidifier can alleviate throat irritation, especially in dry environments.
Lozenges or Hard Candy: Sucking on throat lozenges or hard candy can temporarily relieve throat irritation.
Over-the-Counter Remedies: Consider over-the-counter medications like throat sprays or pain relievers, following the recommended dosage.
Warm Compress: Applying a warm compress to your neck may help reduce discomfort.
However, if your symptoms persist, worsen, or are accompanied by other concerning signs, it's crucial to consult with me for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Throat irritation and chills could be symptoms of various conditions, including viral or bacterial infections, and a doctor can provide appropriate guidance based on your specific situation.
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Dr. Himani Shah
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with the history
This is also be given by pharmacy without history
Dr will give u only after proper history
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
6 yrs exp
Hingoli
Kindly consult
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Dr. Deboleena Roy Pal
General Practitioner
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Can do betadine gargling or salt water gargling 2-3 times a day for 1-2 days...if it doesn't subside then please consult with me on practice app for further evaluation and management
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
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5 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect please
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Dr. Nivedita Bharti
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6 yrs exp
Ranchi
It seems like an Acute upper respiratory tract infection consult physician for treatment
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