Strep Throat, Better to Lay Down or Sit Up?
Hello, I (28M) got diagnosed with Strep Throat on Friday and have been taking penicillin since. My throat looks to be the most swollen today though. I have been laying down at least 75-80% of the time since Friday. Should I try to sit up more often? I was thinking maybe laying down causes more blood to go to the area and swell it up more. Or is that incorrect thinking? Also any tips? I've been gargling salt water a few times a day and been trying to eat and drink cold food to numb the pain. Any other suggestions?
Posted Sep 17, 2023, 8:39 PM UTC
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