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A Sore Throat
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A sore throat is a result of inflammation or swelling to the back of the throat.
A scratchy, painful throat can become not only a nuisance but also uncomfortable as pain and discomfort may be felt with each and every swallow. Most sore throats are a result of a minor illness or the start of a cold or flu.
A sore throat is a primary indicator or symptom of pharyngitis and is a common result of a viral infection. Sore throats are less commonly caused by bacteria.
Symptoms of a Sore Throat
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Symptoms of a sore throat include:
- Coughing
- Fevers or high body temperatures
- Swollen lymph nodes in the neck; the neck may also be tender
- Frequent sneezing
- An excessively dry throat
- Redness and swelling of the back of the throat
- A runny nose / rhinitis
- A loss of appetite
- Pain and discomfort when swallowing
- Pain may increase when talking
- Bad Breath / Halitosis
- An overall feeling of lethargy and fatigue
What causes a Sore Throats?
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Common causes of a Sore Throat include:
- A common cold or flu;
- An infection of the voice box also known as laryngitis
- GERD or gastro-esophageal Reflux disease
- Mononucleosis (mono)
- Cigarette smoking
- Viruses and bacteria
- Straining ones voice, such as shouting over long periods of time can result in a sore throat
- Certain antibiotics, chemotherapy drugs and immune-compromising medications may lead to the development of a sore throat
- Any injury, puncture or wound to the back of the throat may result in the development of a sore throat
- Any irritants to the throat may cause the development of sore throats (Allergies and Post Nasal Drip are two such irritants)
- Measles and chickenpox can result in a sore throat
- Tumors of the throat
- A sore throat can be a result of oral sex due to the same bacterium that is responsible for gonorrhea
- In rare cases, Diphtheria can cause a sore throat
What are the risks associated with Sore Throats?
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A sore throat will normally last for between 1 and two weeks. Should a sore throat last for longer than 10 days, it is time to seek medical assistance or treatment.
It is time to see a Doctor or GP when one experiences a difficulty in swallowing or breathing or if there is an inability to swallow.
Treatment for Sore throats
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The correct treatment for a sore or scratchy throat will depend on the cause of the condition.
- If the sore throat is a result of a bacterial infection, antibiotics will be prescribed
- For viral infections, antibiotics, even though not useful against the virus may be prescribed to help with the pain associated to a sore throat
- A humidifier may be used if a sore throat is a result of excessive dry air as it helps soothe dry and accompanying sore throats
- One should get plenty of rest and recuperation
- Be sure to eat good, nutritious meals to keep your immune system in peak shape
- Be sure to drink large amounts of liquids daily (this does not however include tea, coffee or alcohol as these have dehydrating properties)
- Gargling in salt water and sucking lozenges which may contain anti-inflammatory ingredients has been found to assist in soothing sore throats
- Pain medications may be taken such as those that contain ibuprofen to help alleviate pain
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