[www.keralites.net] Home Remedies for Sore Throat

 

 

Sore throat, though painful, lasts only for a few days. Sometimes

it is accompanied or followed by dry cough. Most of us get it

treated with antibiotics and painkillers which is normally

unnecessary. It is mostly self limiting and may go away in a few

days. Yet, it is not something to be left untreated. And most

certainly, you ought to get medical attention if it is reccurrent.

 

Some Causes

 

# Airborne allergens

# Upper respiratory infections

# Asthma

# Dry air

# Sinus infection

# Other infections like laryngitis or pharyngitis

# Post nasal drip

# GERD/Acid Reflux

# Smoking

 

 

A few days of home treatment can help if the sore throat is not

characterised by fever or other symptoms. 

1. Gargle! One cup of luke warm water with one teaspoon of salt and

a pinch of turmeric would make an excellent gargle to soothe sore

throat. Do this at least 3 times a day.

2. Ginger tea with honey. 

3. A tea prepared with lemon can also help.

4. Chamomile tea is relieving.

5. Broths (vegetable or chicken) are good.

6. A lot of warm fluids should be taken.

7. In the case of allergens, recognise the allergen and stay away

from it. Use a humidifier or air conditioner.

8. Stay away from second hand smoke, caffeine and alcohol.

9. Elevate the head with pillows at night.

10. Licorice, thyme, peppermint, eucalyptus oil are some other

herbs used for home treatment. 

11. Cough lozenges and cough suppressants cna help with pain.

12. Take rest(Voice included).

 

In the case of severe throat pain with fever and swollen lymphnodes you will need to consult the doctor.

    

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