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Burning or sore throat is the first sign of a cold or strep infection. To get rid of this annoying symptom, we invite you to discover ten simple remedies that you can try at home.
Most of the time, a sore throat is attributed to a cold or the flu, but if other symptoms appear, it is possible that the problem is something else. It could be a strep infection, infectious mononucleosis, esophagitis, or even gastroesophageal reflux disease. To establish a correct diagnosis it is necessary to consult a doctor, who is the only one able to recommend an adequate treatment.
However, sore throats can also be treated at home with the help of effective natural remedies. Here are ten ways to relieve the annoying symptom.
Ten ways to soothe a sore throat
A sore throat can be treated with anti-inflammatories, tea, chicken soup, or gargle with salt water. So, find out what other remedies can help you get rid of the unpleasant feeling.
inflammatory
The most effective treatment for sore throat is based on anti-inflammatories. These medications can help you get rid of the inflammation associated with a sore throat.
Cough syrup
Cough syrup is a great remedy for a sore throat, even if you don’t cough. It can be prepared at home, with natural ingredients and can also be given to children.
Gargle with salt water
Gargling with salt water can relieve pain and, as a result, help ward off bacteria. All you need to do is add a teaspoon of salt to a cup of warm water. If the salty taste is unpleasant, you can also add a drop of honey.
A sore throat can be treated with herbal teas
When you have a cold, you surely think that a tea can help with your sore throat. And you do it perfectly well, because herbal infusions have a soothing effect on the throat. Additionally, black, green, or white teas are rich in antioxidants, which help boost immunity and fight infections.
Cough lozenges
Cough lozenges, and especially lozenges, stimulate the production of saliva, which helps keep the throat moist. Make sure the medications you take contain menthol or eucalyptus.
Chicken soup
Chicken soup is ideal when you have a sore throat. It is easy to consume and contains nutrients to help you fight the infection more easily.
rest
While not a quick method, rest helps you recover more easily after an illness. In order for the body to be able to fight off a virus, it is necessary to rest.
Hydration
It’s important to stay hydrated when a sore throat is bothering you. Doctors believe that hydration keeps mucous membranes moist and helps fight bacteria, helping the body fight disease.
Antibiotics
Antibiotics are useful when the sting is caused by a bacterial infection. These drugs can only be given on the advice of a doctor.
marshmallows
It sounds surprising, but marshmallows are very good when you have a sore throat. The sap from the mallow plant has been used since ancient times to treat coughs, colds and sore throats, BZI writes.
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