Question 1

what is better for strep or a sore throat.... gargle with warm salt water or warm baking soda water?  i tried diluted poroxide water, too much foam.

Accepted Answer

Peroxide best: I recommend half- strength peroxide to my patients. Instead of gargling take half a mouthful and lean back and swish the solution for a minute or two before spitting it out. Repeat 2 additional times. Peroxide has antiseptic properties which is helpful  during an infection.

Question 2

have a sore throat. going to doc tomorrow to test for strep. tea/salt water don't help. what's an otc medication that numbs throat temporarily?

Accepted Answer

PHARYNGITIS: Chloraseptic  and zinc lozenges are effective while you are waiting further evaluation.

Question 3

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 4

what should gargling with salt water do for a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: It has an antimicrobial effect & reduces inflammation.

Question 5

how does gargling salt water help treat a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Symptomatic relief: Warm water gargles loosens the muscles of the throat and make it easier to swallow. It does not address the cause of sore throat.
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Question 6

some halls now. later, i plan on gargling with salt water. are there any other ways to soothe a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Remedies: Consider making tea with 2 tsp of marshmallow root bark per 1cup of hot water (steep in a covered pot for at least 5 minutes).  Drink several times a day or as needed to relieve throat pain.  
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Question 7

alot throat mucus, especially night when need go to sleep. gargling with salt water 2x dat been drinking more water during day. any further suggestions? thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Could be GERD and you can try discussing with your Dr and if OK try elevating the legs under the head of your bed as gravity never sleeps.

Question 8

right side tonsil sore with sore throat, now the pain is gone but i feel like a lot of mucus is stuck on bottom of throat that i can't swallow. white stuff stuck on back of throat and i have been gargling with salt water, what else can i do?

Accepted Answer

See your doc!: You need a throat culture and might need antibiotics!

Question 9

symptons are sore throat, sore glands and neck is sore and aching. i also have sore in roof of mouth. been gargling with salt water  & also peroxide?

Accepted Answer

See physician: Please see a physician.  The sore on the roof of your mouth is most likely related to viral or bacterial infection related to your other symptoms.  You can't be diagnosed over the internet and therefore you need to see a physician for the proper diagnosis and treatment if necessary.

Question 10

please tell me if i should water down some powerade for my strep throat?

Accepted Answer

Dont need to: You do not need to water it down unless it hurts and you feel better drinking it watered down....Hopefully you have antibiotics as that will get you relief in as little as 2 doses with strep throat.

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Will gargling with salt water help strep throat

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What is better for strep or a sore throat.... gargle with warm salt water or warm baking soda water? i tried diluted poroxide water, too much foam.

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Have a sore throat. going to doc tomorrow to test for strep. tea/salt water don't help. what's an otc medication that numbs throat temporarily?

A member asked:

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?

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What should gargling with salt water do for a sore throat?

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How does gargling salt water help treat a sore throat?

A member asked:

Some halls now. later, i plan on gargling with salt water. are there any other ways to soothe a sore throat?

A member asked:

Alot throat mucus, especially night when need go to sleep. gargling with salt water 2x dat been drinking more water during day. any further suggestions? thank you?

A member asked:

Right side tonsil sore with sore throat, now the pain is gone but i feel like a lot of mucus is stuck on bottom of throat that i can't swallow. white stuff stuck on back of throat and i have been gargling with salt water, what else can i do?

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Symptons are sore throat, sore glands and neck is sore and aching. i also have sore in roof of mouth. been gargling with salt water & also peroxide?

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Please tell me if i should water down some powerade for my strep throat?

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