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Really bad sore throat, nothing is helping. what should i do?
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Some options: For significant sore throat with swollen tonsils / lymph nodes – see physician & get a streph throat test. Saltwater gargles: mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water – gargle several times a day. 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.
Answered 3/28/2013
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