Because you are experiencing significant swelling and are unable to swallow, it is very important that you have a doctor evaluate you in person right away. Please visit an urgent care center or emergency room. These symptoms, along with dry mouth and thick mucus, require professional assessment to ensure your airway remains safe and to prescribe effective treatments, like generic anti-inflammatory medications or antibiotics if an infection is present. In the meantime, please try to rest and take tiny, gentle sips of water if you can.

The white layer and drainage you see are very likely due to tissue irritation. Repeated use of hydrogen peroxide can actually damage healthy new skin cells and delay healing, while heavy combination creams can trap excess moisture, causing the skin to look white and wet. I recommend stopping the hydrogen peroxide and combination cream. Gently wash the area with mild soap and water, keep it clean, and apply plain petroleum jelly instead to protect it. However, if the area becomes increasingly red, warm, painful, or foul-smelling, please have a healthcare professional examine it.

Since antibiotics and antacids only provide temporary relief, the cause might be chronic irritation rather than an active infection. Common culprits include laryngopharyngeal reflux (silent reflux), where stomach acid irritates the throat, or ongoing post-nasal drip from allergies. I recommend discussing a trial of daily generic proton pump inhibitors (like omeprazole) or generic nasal steroid sprays (like fluticasone) with your doctor. Staying well-hydrated and using a cool-mist humidifier at night can also soothe the tissue. Please follow up with your ear, nose, and throat specialist for a detailed examination to pinpoint the exact cause.

Gargle with warm salt water or an antiseptic mouthwash (such as povidone-iodine) a few times a day to ease your sore throat. Stay hydrated by sipping warm fluids, such as tea or soup. For mouth ulcers, apply a protective oral gel or antiseptic ointment, and avoid spicy, acidic, or rough foods. Take paracetamol to reduce pain and mild fever if needed. Please see a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.

For a five-day-old partial-thickness foot burn, keeping your leg elevated above heart level is crucial to ease that throbbing pain when standing. Gently clean the area with mild soap and water, apply plain petroleum jelly, and cover with a sterile, non-stick bandage. Currently, there are no approved injectable therapies to speed up healing for this. Since you have raw areas, bleeding, and severe pain, it is best to be evaluated by a specialist. You can locate a specialized burn center through the American Burn Association website or by asking your local doctor for a referral.

Accidentally swallowing a small amount of Betadine (povidone-iodine) gargle is quite common and usually not dangerous. The burning sensation in your throat and stomach is likely mild irritation. To help soothe this, please drink a large glass of water or milk right away to dilute the solution. Avoid trying to make yourself vomit. This discomfort should settle down soon. However, if the burning persists, worsens, or if you develop severe nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain, please contact a healthcare professional or visit an urgent care clinic.