a cold and sore throat, its got worse as the week has gone on, yesterday i sounded like a man, today no sound at all, (i am taking the usualbeechams and strepsils, fresh orange) is there anything else i can do to make it heel up quicker
2006-11-02 23:17:32 · 29 answers · asked by trouble 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
If you do have a cold its probably a virus n which case there is no cure. However, regarding your throat and voice problem I would see the doctor as they might be able to give you something for it. I would drink plenty of water and gargle with pure lemon juice as this kills bacteria in the back of the throat. Good luck and I hope you feel better soon.
2006-11-02 23:22:07 · answer #1 · answered by sue l 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Drink A LOT of water. Seriously, it's cliche but it really does work. Water may be the only thing you need to heal up quick. It relieved my cold in a few days. I had a sore throat for about 5 days and it hurt like hell then I decided to drink a lot of water and then what do you know? My throat got better and my sniffles disappeared. It cleans out your immune system and strengthens it while relying on those cold medicines and throat medicines only make you immune system weaker.
2006-11-03 07:29:54 · answer #2 · answered by kayencee 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Colds are a virus, so there is no cure, however, you can get secondary bacterial infections (such as chest infections), so going to the doctor is a good idea.
In the short term, I find that a lemsip with extra lemon juice, honey and a small(ish) shot of whisky helps wonderfully - and will also help you to sleep.
Hope you feel better soon!
2006-11-03 07:35:03 · answer #3 · answered by Chris W 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Seems like you have bronchitis, i had the same symtoms about four weeks ago. The docter will give you some anti biotics, they should do the trick. The normal cold cures will not cure it. It,s not serious and you will be o.k. in a week or two. Meantime, get well soon.
2006-11-04 00:49:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
could be streph throat if it has gotten worse a sore throat should not normally last for more than 2 days
see a doctor for a throat culture
if positive you need antibiotics
streph throat can be dangerous and lead to a host of other health problems
2006-11-03 09:47:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you have a Viral infection and that will NOT be cured by taking anti-biotics. You need to brew a tea using Catnip (Nepeta cataria).2-3 cups per day ONLY! This is a strong anti-viral and a diaphoretic (it will allow you to sweat the infection out)
2006-11-03 07:26:48 · answer #6 · answered by The Alchemist 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to the doctor. Ty freshly homemade lemon juice with honey and a pinch of salt. It helps for the sore throat. Drink lot of water and vitamin C.
2006-11-03 07:22:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Do you have a fever? Not to be gross, but when you blow your nose - do you see blood or any unusual color that might indicate a sinus infection? When you press on your temples or just below the eyes - does it cause pain?
1 week isn't unusual for a head-cold, but there is a possibility it's progressing into a sinus infection. You might want to check with your doctor...
2006-11-03 07:23:14 · answer #8 · answered by itsnotarealname 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Oh you poor thing!! Its horrible being ill !Specially as the weekend is just beginning
Just make sure you drink plenty of fluid and keep warm unfortunately there isn't much you can do for a cold!!
I hope you get well soon!! xx
2006-11-03 07:20:58 · answer #9 · answered by jo 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like tonsillitis to me , my daughter has it about 6 times a year , go to the doc an he'll give you anti-biotics , you'll feel better in about 4 hours .
2006-11-03 07:22:24 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋