A sore throat can reveal itself in the morning (most often) or at any other time of the day when a person makes a habitual reflex swallow. Since then, swallowing has turned from a previously imperceptible reflex into a real torture, which has to be subjected to regularly after a short period of time.
The mucous membrane of the respiratory tract constantly prevents external irritating factors such as dust, tobacco smoke, etc. In addition, the human body itself can seriously worsen the condition of the nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal mucosa. This can happen with a strong cry, increased acidity of gastric juice, which, when burping, can enter the throat. The irritated mucous membrane of the respiratory tract is the most favorable environment for the development of inflammatory processes, generally called pharyngitis (inflammation of the pharynx). If at the same time the inflammation passes to the tonsils located in the throat, then such a pathological process is called tonsillitis (tonsillitis). In more rare cases, laryngitis, bronchitis or tracheitis may develop. Despite some similarity of these diseases, a specific remedy for sore throat is often required, depending on the nature of the pathology. However, at home, you can significantly improve your condition.
The most common cause of inflammation is an infection, and in order to find the most effective remedy for a sore throat and against a runny nose, it is desirable to determine what is causing the inflammatory process. So, for example, pain can be a symptom of the flu, which may well be destroyed by the body's own forces, or it can be caused by bacteria (streptococcus, etc.) - in these cases, treatment with antibiotics is required.
Not every person sees a doctor when this symptom appears, so the most common remedy for a sore throat, which everyone has at home. First of all, this is a plentiful warm drink, which can significantly alleviate the discomfort of a cold, as well as restore the lost supply of water, which is especially important in case of high body temperature or hot weather. It is recommended to drink at least two liters of water per day (tea and coffee do not count!)
Another cure for a sore throat is gargling. To prepare the solution, you can take a glass of warm water and dissolve one tablespoon of s alt in it - sea or table s alt. You can also add a pinch of soda or a couple of drops of iodine to the resulting product. Gargling should be done several times a day. This treatment will reduce painin the throat and help relieve inflammation. You can also use a solution of propolis in the ratio of three drops to one glass of hot water.
If these two methods do not have a positive effect on your condition within two to three days, if you feel very disturbed, the pain when swallowing is too strong, or there are other symptoms (fever, cough, etc.), then you should consult a doctor who will tell you how to cure a sore throat.
