I made it in to see the doc today. Actually, I saw the naturopath that works with my doc. After much conversation and a physical examination he decided and I agreed that my issue was probably viral instead of bacterial. I was definitely morose by that point - my lymph nodes and ears were sooooo sore. I was hoping for a bacterial infection so that we could do antibiotics and I'd start to feel better.
But my naturopath recommended two herbal supplements, IP6 (not be confused with Internet Protocol version 6) and Pycnogenol. As always on the immune system herbal front, I was somewhat skeptical. I've had zero success with supplements that are supposed to boost ones immune system. My immune system usually refuses to budge from the depths in which it normally hangs out. But I carefully read the ingrediants of both supplements and decided to take a flyer. I mean, how could brown rice (IP6) and pine tree (pycongenol) extracts possibly be harmful?
When I got home, I took my usual four ibuprofen tablets - my glands were so sore I couldn't swallow. Advil has been the only thing that's provided any relief - well except for frozen margaritas. I also took two IP6 tablets.
Three hours later - wowza!!!!! My head and neck haven't felt this good since before Thursday. Yipeee. I think we may be on to something with this IP6 stuff!
I should be able to go back to work tomorrow.
8:24:17 PM 
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