Question 1

sore throat on one side when i swallow. no tonsils. i see a penny sized lumpy bump way back on that right side what looks to be on the pharyngeal tongue and/or throat. what could it be, will gargling with salt water help?

Accepted Answer

Throat problem : This needs to be seen. There are several possible reasons for your concern. Tonsil stones. Tonsillith comes to mind.

Question 2

what helps sore throats?

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Sore Throat: The best treatment for a site throat depends on the cause of the sore throat.   If you have strep, you need an antibiotic.   If you have a virus, you need hydration, rest, and symptom control. Another cause of sore throats is post nasal drip from allergies.    Gargling with warm salt water can help some with all of them.

Question 3

what's good for sore throats ?

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Lots of things: Try gargling salt water. Take pain relievers. Suck on lozenges, i like cepacol maximum strength. If it's severe or prongued, see a doctor in case the infection needs treatment.

Question 4

how long do sore throats last?

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Depends: Sore throats are caused by many things.  Sometime allergies and drainage.  Control that and the st goes away.  Some are due to bacterial infections.  Treat the infection and the throat gets better in 3-5 days.  Some are viral.  These can last from 3-5 days to 1-2 weeks.  Usually not medications to use, just symptomatic treatment.  Prolonged st---get checked out!

Question 5

how to cure painful sore throats ?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: If you have a significantly sore throat w swollen tonsils / lymph nodes – see your medical provider & get a streph throat test & culture. Saltwater gargles are very helpful. Mix a teaspoon of salt in 8 oz of warm water – gargle with this several times a day. You can gargle with aloe vera juice a couple of times per day. A mixture of chamomile tea with honey & a small amount of lemon juice is good.

Question 6

what causes long lasting sore throats?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: If you are having problems with reflux this can cause a chronic sore throat. Stay away from spicy foods, caffeine, and red sauce.  Follow up with your doctor if you are having this problem, you may need further treatment.  Good luck

Question 7

what is good for sore throats in fall?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen: If we assume you don't have strep, you need to decide if the pain is from an allergy causing post-nasal drip or from a virus.  Hot liquids, honey, lozenges, hot compresses to the neck, and pain meds like Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen are all helpful.  If yoou get sore throats, especially on awakening or at bedtime, you may have allergies.

Question 8

what to take for sore throats from a cold?

Accepted Answer

Hot tea: And the juice of two limes or lemons. Eat or drink pineapple juice.

Question 9

does eating burnt food cause sore throats?

Accepted Answer

If you eat food: That now has rough, dry edges due to being burned it can scratch the mucosa in the throat. Eating food that is too hot can also burn tissue and cause pain.

Question 10

what are some ways to relieve sore throats?

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Sore throat home rem: Home remedies for sore throat could be helpful but if you have a fever as well you should seek help form your md. You could gargle with luke warm salt water every 2-3 hours. Eating or drinking luke warm foods/soups helps. Chicken brothe seems to help with viral illnesses.

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