I have a very bad sore thraot, it's very red in the back and my whole throat,neck and ear aches... I don't know what I should do... I have a very hard time swollowing.... Please let me know something that will help me...
2007-05-27 18:33:35 · 8 answers · asked by Lizzy 3 in Health ➔ Other - Health
I really don't want go to the Doctor... can I just do something that will clear ir up at home?
2007-05-27 18:40:52 · update #1
Did you see pus in your throat when you looked? if so, you may have strep throat and you'll need antibiotics for that. I would advise you to go see your doctor in any case, just to be sure.
2007-05-27 18:46:57 · answer #1 · answered by kyle d 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gargling with salt water is good and also pain relievers. Taking Ibuprofen (Advil) is best for inflammation. A lot of the pain you are having is from inflammation. If you still feel terrible, you can take tylenol at the same time, that is better for pain.
I used to get those bad sore throats too and sucking on Sucrets helps. It actually numbs the throat a little.
Another very important thing to do, whether or not you have an infection, is to drink PLENTY of fluids. It is amazing how much that helps...in healing and in feeling better.
Infections can clear up without antibiotics, but it takes MUCH longer. However, the reason it is a good idea to get antibiotics is the danger of complications, if for some reason the illness gets worse.
2007-05-27 19:04:21 · answer #2 · answered by Ravenfeather 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to get sore throats alot. Gargle every 1/2 hour for a few hours with warm salt water. It helps alot. Then take pain reliever for the ears and throat pain. My hubby likes to suck on the throat drops not cough drops when his throat hurts. If you don't feel better go to urgent care in the morning the regular doctors office probably isn't open or you might wait till Tues. if the pain isn't too bad and call the Dr for same day appointment. Hope you feel better. If it is strep throat you must get antibiotics if not it will start to feel better with the warm salt water.
2007-05-27 18:44:34 · answer #3 · answered by bubbles 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
substantial element is to drink a great variety of beverages, or suck on candy or cough drops or something which you like which will save you swallowing because of the undeniable fact that's what strikes the micro organism. Take advil for the soreness and if the soreness would not pass away interior the subsequent 3 - 4 days, pass see the checklist! experience extra helpful quickly!
2016-10-08 23:37:36 · answer #4 · answered by Erika 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gargle with warm salt water using very little salt it will help a lot. Use some throat spray to numb your throat, and suck on cough drops with lemon and honey. Go to the Dr. for a prescription of antibotics ASAP! Hope you are feeling better soon! Best Wishes!
2007-05-27 18:39:28 · answer #5 · answered by Janice 10 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if its that bad there may be an infection...sorry but you'll need to see the doctor to get an antibiotic, that is the only way to clear it up ;)
2007-05-27 18:46:39 · answer #6 · answered by kdizz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take one glass of water mix it with1tsp pepper, 1tsp turmeric, 1tsp garlic, 1tsp small onion, 1tsp ginger and 1tsp of sugar. Boil it until it becomes 1/2 glass; drink it while it is warm. More remedies available at http://ailments.in/sorethroat.html
2007-05-30 06:19:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
take antibiotics.
natural antibiotics - boil some ginger or if u can find guava leaves, boil it. take it when its lukewarm... drink it.
taste like hell though. but its gonna work
2007-05-27 18:45:55 · answer #8 · answered by listeningroom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋