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Home Remedies


        and Care
 THE NURSE’S


        There are numerous home remedies
 CORNER  and self-care measures that can help
        alleviate the symptoms:



           • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids,
            such as water or warm teas with honey.


           • Gargling: Saltwater gargles (warm
 SOOTHING A   sore throat is a common  ailment that   • Rest and Humidify
            water mixed with salt)


 many of us have experienced at some
 Sore  A       • Lozenges or Sprays: Over-the-counter
 point in our lives. It’s characterised by
            lozenges or throat sprays like menthol
 pain, irritation, or scratchiness in the throat, often
            or honey can provide temporary relief.
 making swallowing difficult or uncomfortable.
 Throat    • Avoid Irritants: Steer clear of smoking,

 While it can be caused by various factors, such
            second hand smoke, and other irritants
 as viral or bacterial infections, allergies, dry air,
            that can exacerbate throat discomfort.                  A sore throat can be an inconvenience,
 or even environmental irritants.
                                                                    but with proper self-care and home
           • Warm Beverages: Sipping on warm                        remedies, most cases can be effectively

            liquids like herbal teas or warm water                  managed at home.
 •  Pain or scratchiness in the throat  with lemon and honey can help soothe
 Symptoms
 •  Difficulty swallowing/swollen glands in the   the throat        However, if symptoms persist or worsen,
 neck or jaw                                                        consulting a healthcare professional is
 •  Hoarseness or a change in voice with mild   of a Sore
                                                                    advisable to rule out any underlying in-
 Throat                                                             fections or complications.
 cough  Seek medical
 •  Runny nose or congestion in some cases
        attention if:
                                                                    Remember, simple steps like staying hy-
         •  The sore throat persists for more than                  drated, resting, and avoiding irritants can
            a week.                                                 go a long way in soothing a sore throat
 •  Viral Infections  •  You experience difficulty breathing or
 Causes  •  Bacterial Infections  swallowing.                       and promoting a speedier recovery.


 of a Sore  •  Environmental Factors: Dry air, allergies, smoking,   •  There’s a high fever or swollen glands.
 or exposure to irritants like pollutants.  •  The sore throat is accompanied by a
 Throat     rash or joint pain.







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