A member asked:

Had stuffy nose since yesterday, now the muscles along my throat are very sore from sniffles is it normal throat very dry what can i do for relief?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Nose: sounds like youre at the onset of a cold.Drink lots of water and take an OTC cold med if needed

Answered 9/9/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Home remedies: Cold Tips: For sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). * For congestion – saline nose drops or a neti pot. *For anti-inflammatory effect & mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.**For hydration- lots of water. Try clear broth. * Add honey & a small amt. of lemon juice to Chamomile tea.

Answered 9/17/2014

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