I'm really worried and need some advice. I've been dealing with strep throat for about a week and a half, and my right tonsil is super swollen. I've also been getting pain in my ear. Last Thursday, they said I had a sinus infection, but they didn't check my throat for strep back then. I just started taking amoxicillin today, two doses so far, but after the first one, I took a nap and woke up with this chest pain on the upper right side when I breathe. Is this normal or something I should be concerned about?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Shubham Chauhan

General Practitioner

MBBS
4+ Yrs

Consult Now

it might be due to gastritis which is a side effect of Amoxicillin.

Answered 04/07/2025

More General Physician/ Internal Medicine Health Queries

View all

How much water should you drink everyday?

Around 3 to 4 litres of water can be taken per day provided kidney function is normal.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Can you drink alcohol after getting the first dose of Covishield? Are there any possible side effects or restrictions on having alcohol after getting vaccinated? I'm just a bit concerned and want to make sure I'm doing the right thing.

Visit your Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I've just gotten the Covishield vaccine and I'm a bit nervous about smoking afterwards. Could you tell me what might happen if I light up a cigarette post-vaccination? Is it really a bad idea? I dont want to mess up the vaccines effectiveness or my health. Just trying to figure out the consequences here.

Smoking after taking the Covishield vaccination is not recommended, as smoking can weaken the immune system, reduce the vaccine's efficacy, and increase the risk of severe COVID-19 symptoms, and consequences of smoking after vaccination may include reduced antibody production, impaired immune response, and increased risk of respiratory complications, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, and bronchitis.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Health Articles for you

View all

General Medical Consultation

Coronavirus Transmission and Sexual Activity

know about coronavirus transmission through sexual activity, how it happens, symptoms and how to reduce the risk of transmission.

Diarrhea

The Essential Guide to Loose Motions: Everything You Need to Know

Know about the loose motions, what it is, causes, symptoms, dehydration and its role, what to eat and avoid, prevention, effective home remedies, when to see a doctor and more.

General Medical Consultation

Common Types of Medical Emergencies

Discover the most common types of medical emergencies, including heart attacks, strokes, seizures, trauma, and allergic reactions. Learn key signs, when to seek help, and how to respond effectively.

General Medical Consultation

Spinal Stenosis Overview and Management

Learn about spinal stenosis, its causes, symptoms, and effective management options, including treatments and lifestyle adjustments for better mobility and pain relief.

General Medical Consultation

Understanding Non-HDL Cholesterol Meaning

know what non-HDL is, why it is important, and natural ways to lower non-HDL more.

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.