I have an exttremely sore throat....i can barely swallow anything...ieverything that i swallow burns in my lower throat....it hurts when i have to yawn....it feels like i am stratching open my throat too much....i cant see my throat because i cant open my mouth widely or stick out my tongue cause it hurts too much...i have a lump in my neck....and i have had this sore throat for about 4-5 days now....i have hardly eaten/drank ne thing....i dont have enough money to go to my docs....but i know the er will take me....would it be stupid of me to go to the er for something like this???
2007-01-16 14:41:38 · 7 answers · asked by </3 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
No, if you have had this for several days and nothing is helping, a trip to the doctor is in order. You need a throat culture and exam, as you may have strep throat and that needs antibiotics. The lump in your neck is an enlarged/inflammed lymph node, and it's not unusual to see that in strep throat. It's a sign the immune system is on alert, and actually a good sign because it means you have a healthy immune system. But, prepare yourself for a long wait, because it isn't life threatening so you will be way down on the list of priorities. If you go early in the am or late at night, it will be a shorter wait as a rule.
2007-01-16 14:48:46 · answer #1 · answered by The mom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would definitely go see a doctor. You can go to the ER especially if it is after hours for doctors. You can go to your local health department during normal business hours. Also if you live in a city with a teaching university that would be another option. But do go see a doctor. In the meantime you could try gargling with warm salt water. Good luck
2007-01-16 22:50:47 · answer #2 · answered by Brittanyskye 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is never stupid to consult a doctor. They are professionals and will be able to diagnose right. But you can try out some home remedies. Sore throat is usually due to a viral infection . Gargling with warm salty water or mouthwash can reduce the pain and inconvenience. More details and home remedies available at http://ailments.in/sorethroat.html
2007-01-18 03:15:15 · answer #3 · answered by Karunya 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't have the money to go to your family doctor, but the money to go to the ER? That's probably three times as expensive?
Why don't you try to find a walk-in clinic or urgent care clinic, and leave the ER as the LAST resort.
2007-01-16 23:20:29 · answer #4 · answered by Morning Glory 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go to the Doctor . You might have strep throat or tonsillitis. No it won't be stupid if you go to the er either .
2007-01-17 02:52:10 · answer #5 · answered by ♥ hello_kitty_xoxo ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, not going to the ER is stupid. Get to your local hospital now.
2007-01-16 22:45:24 · answer #6 · answered by J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I would go to the ER to be on the safe side.
2007-01-16 22:46:50 · answer #7 · answered by keshia0978 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋