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Can there be any alternative medicine for strep throat?
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Streph Throat : Saltwater gargles: mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water – gargle several times a day. Or gargle with aloe vera juice twice a day. Add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea. Pour boiling water over thinly sliced ginger. Steep 5 min. In a covered pot. Add 2 to 3 tbs honey & sip. Try thyme tea. However, home remedies should not take the place of antibiotics. Why? Complications can >>.
Answered 4/15/2013
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