Hi. I ve had a bit of a cold the past week or so that consisted of almost constant mucus producing coughing. My voice has gradually gotten hoarse (hasn t gone away completely though). Yesterday I noticed that my throat hurt really bad, especially when I coughed or had to swallow. It also felt like I had rocks in the center of my chest, where my heart is, and that it was very painful to breathe. Today, my throat and chest felt much better, but now the symptoms have come back and I can barely swallow and I have to take somewhat shallow breaths. Do you know what might be wrong with me? (Also I m a 17 year old female if that s relevant.)
Hello, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you that it is a severe infection. You should start with antibiotic like definite, decongestant like Dominic DCA under your doctors' guidance. There is nothing to worry. It will be alright soon you start the treatment. I will be happy to answer all your future concern. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious disease specialist. Wish you the best health at Chat Doctor.