A sore throat can find itself in the morning (most often) or at any other time of the day when a person makes the usual reflex swallowing. Since then, swallowing has turned from a previously invisible reflex into a real torture, which has to be subjected regularly at a short interval of time.
The mucous membrane of the respiratory tract constantly interferes with external irritating factors, such as dust, tobacco smoke, etc. In addition, the human body itself can seriously worsen the condition of the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx and oropharynx. This can happen with a strong cry, increased acidity of the gastric juice, which with burping can get into the throat. An 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 similarities in these diseases, a specific cure 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 infection, and in order to find the most effective cure for sore throat and against a runny nose, it is advisable to determine what causes the inflammatory process. So, for example, pain can be a symptom of influenza, which can well be destroyed by the body's own forces, and can be caused by bacteria (streptococcus, etc.) - in these cases, treatment with antibiotics is required.
Not every person with the appearance of this symptom consults a doctor, so the medicine for sore throat that every house has got the most distribution. First of all, it is an abundant warm drink, which can significantly alleviate the discomfort during a cold, as well as restore the lost supply of water, which is especially true when the body temperature is high or in hot weather. It is recommended to drink at least two liters of water per day (tea and coffee do not count!)
Another cure for sore throat is gargling. To prepare the solution, you can take a glass of warm water and dissolve in it one tablespoon of salt - sea or table. You can also add a pinch of soda or a couple of drops of iodine to the product.
Gargling should be done several times a day. Such treatment will reduce sore throat and help relieve inflammation. You can also use a solution of propolis in the ratio of three drops per glass of hot water.
If these two methods do not have a positive effect on your condition for two to three days, if you feel very impaired, the pain during swallowing is too strong, or there are other symptoms (fever, cough, etc.), then you should consult a doctor, which will tell you how to cure a sore throat.