The throat, also called the pharynx, can suffer pain due to a cold or flu, although there are other causes such as allergies, tonsillitis, smoking, viruses, etc.
Generally, cases of pharyngitis or sore throat occur during the colder months.
The treatment for a sore throat will depend on the cause, however some tips are recommended to relieve pain:
Medications for sore throat:
- Sprays to relieve pain: dyclonine (Cepacol), phenol (Chloraseptic).
- Pain relievers: acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve).
- Hard candies that coat the throat: Sucking on candies or throat lozenges can be very soothing.
Natural medicine to relieve a sore throat
- Gargle with salt water.
- Have a tea.
- Suck on a marshmallow.
- Have a chicken soup.
- Take honey with lemon.
- Take apple cider vinegar.
- Suck on a clove of garlic.
- Rest.
