Question 1

would a cool mist humidifier help my child's sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, especially if he has a post nasal drip.

Question 2

what is better to use for a cough and sore throat a vaporizer or humidifier?

Accepted Answer

Both: A vaporizer or humidifier are interchangeable, in that they both produce extra moisture to help keep the secretions in the throat moist so they can be removed more easily from the throat.

Question 3

live in norcal and struggle w chronic sinusitis w sore throat & post nasal drip - warm or cool mist humidifier? thx.

Accepted Answer

You probably need ..: A dehumidifier rather!! For environmental control, as you may have allergy triggers that thrive in humidity. You can still humidify your upper airways with saline nasal washes and salt water gargles, till you see your doctor or an allergist to sort your chronic problem out, check aaaai.org or acaai.org for an allergist in your area, good luck

Question 4

can ticks cause a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

No: No ticks do not cause sore throat.

Question 5

can the flu cause a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: Viral illnesses that cause a sore throat.

Question 6

what beer does not cause a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

If beer is causing: You have a sore throat - that is a sign that you shouldn't be drinking it.

Question 7

what can cause a sore throat (no cold symptoms)?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: Infection, toxic chemical or inhalation exposure, smoking, alcohol, allergy, tumor, dehydration

Question 8

can there be any way neck pain can cause a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Throat and nex: Neck pain cannot cause a sore throat.  Occasionally, viral upper respiratory infections can cause  neck pain by causing muscle pain.

Question 9

is it possible for consistent use of ativan (lorazepam) to cause a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: More often Ativan (lorazepam) results in tranquilizing and drowsiness with some dizziness, but could prompt dryness of mouth with resultant sore throat.  Yet more likely, the sore throat is due to other causes such as sinus or upper respiratory tract infections.

Question 10

what can cause a sore throat in summer?

Accepted Answer

Same as winter: The frequency if differing viral & bacterial infections that cause throat pain varies over the seasons.However, most germs are present in sporadic numbers year round. Flu as a cause of throat pain may cluster in nov-feb but occurs worldwide all year long. Strep throat is present continuously.

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