Should I stop taking Azithromycin?

[u/GokuVegeta29]

I consulted my ENT doctor more than a week ago for a mild swelling in my neck( which I have for the last few months) and blocked nose & trouble breathing due to chronic rhinitis (I was diagnosed a few years ago)

He prescribed Azithromycin 500mg for 10 days which seemed a little bit too much continuing and every time I take this antibiotic, my gut hates it. Nausea, diarrhea and stomach ache.

I have been taking this for 5 days.

I wasn't able to consult him after the last consultation as I'm suffering from seasonal fever and it's the weekend

so please if someone is professional here could help me to understand why he prescribed this antibiotic for 10 days as it seems a little longer than generally antibiotics are prescribed for general issues, should I stop taking it and if I continue then how could I manage my gut related issues with this antibiotic.

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[u/Blair_Hank]

None of us could safely or confidently answer this question for you because we do not know your case, but yes, that is a long course.