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Throat & Voice Treatment in Arlington, Mansfield, and Midlothian, TX
No one likes a sore throat. Throat and voice problems can make speaking and interacting with others uncomfortable—or even painful. At Cross Timbers ENT, you don’t have to suffer. We are the trusted experts in Arlington, Mansfield, and Midlothian, TX, for treating throat and voice conditions such as sore throat, tonsillitis, laryngitis, and more. If you’re experiencing any of these issues or another throat-related concern, contact Cross Timbers ENT for professional evaluation and care.
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Treating Sore Throat and Identifying Severe Symptoms
Everyone experiences a sore throat from time to time. They can be caused by a variety of factors, including colds, influenza, allergies, or irritants in the air. In most cases, a sore throat resolves on its own or with over-the-counter remedies such as Tylenol® or ibuprofen. However, if your symptoms worsen, it’s important to seek care from Cross Timbers ENT. Difficulty swallowing, trouble breathing, a stiff neck, or an earache are all signs that you should contact your a provider promptly.
Seek Cross Timbers' Help for Strep Throat
Strep throat is another common throat problem. This condition may come with many of the same symptoms as sore throat, in addition to increased inflammation and pain. Strep throat is typically accompanied by a fever, chills, headache, and loss of appetite. A bacterial infection, strep throat is highly contagious and requires a visit to Cross Timbers ENT in Arlington, Midlothian, or Mansfield. Your doctor will prescribe antibiotics to treat the infection, and it’s crucial that you finish the entire course of medication. Alleviated symptoms don’t always indicate that the infection is gone.
How Do I Know If I Have Tonsillitis?
At Cross Timbers ENT, we often see patients suffering from tonsillitis. Tonsillitis is characterized by inflammation in the tonsils located in the back of your throat. This condition comes with similar symptoms to strep throat and can also include bad breath, swollen tonsils, and sores in the throat. We often treat tonsillitis patients with antibiotics, but more severe cases require the tonsils to be removed.
When You Need Help for Laryngitis and Voice Problems
Have you ever opened your mouth to speak only to find that you can’t make a sound? Perhaps you could produce some words, but they sounded hoarse and nearly unintelligible. You likely had laryngitis. This condition is caused by a virus and results in swelling of the vocal cords. Luckily, most laryngitis treatments can be done at home, and the symptoms typically go away within a week. However, if your laryngitis worsens or you develop difficulty breathing or a weak voice, you should see your Cross Timbers ENT doctor. We’re trained to provide laryngoscopies to get to the bottom of your condition. Our staff in Arlington, Midlothian, and Mansfield, TX will work to diagnose and treat any throat or voice problems.