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What to do if i have had a sore throat for about a week i'm going to the doctors tomorrow probably. but it hurt to swallow, eat, drink, and talk. any suggestions?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Glad you are getting: It medically checked. Consider tylenol (acetaminophen) or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications. Saltwater gargles: mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water – gargle with aloe vera juice twice a day. Gargle several times a day. Add honey ; a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea.

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Answered 3/11/2014

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A member asked:

What to do if i have had a sore throat for about a week i'm going to the doctors tomorrow probably. but it hurt to swallow, eat, drink, and talk. any suggestions?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Husar and another doctor agreed

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