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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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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.
Answered 9/13/2017
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