My throat hurts, what's going on?

In our lives, sometimes when we have a severe headache or cold, we go back to the hospital to see a doctor. For example, when we have a sore throat and feel weak all over, the doctor will need to consider the possibility of acute upper respiratory tract infection, most of which are related to cold, viral infection or mycoplasma infection. First of all, we need to have a good rest, keep warm, avoid spicy and fried foods, drink more warm water, and eat more fruits and vegetables. If necessary, appropriate oral heat-clearing, detoxifying and anti-inflammatory drugs should be taken for treatment. The symptoms will gradually improve over time. So let’s find out what we should do if we have a sore throat and pain all over our body!

1. Causes of sore throat Sore throat is the first symptom of a cold and is an associated adverse reaction to vocal cord tension or severe streptococcal pharyngitis. No matter what the reason is, you need to pay attention to sore throat and find ways to relieve the pain symptoms quickly. You may be tempted to see a doctor for pain relief, but the best treatments are home remedies and over-the-counter medications.

2. Simple ways to relieve a sore throat. 1. Anti-inflammatory drugs. The most effective sore throat remedy is probably already in your medicine cabinet: a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, such as ibuprofen. "These are pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medications in combination, and they'll make you feel better right away, and they'll also reduce some of the swelling that's associated with a sore throat," Dr. Linder says. "If you have a fever, which is also a symptom of a sore throat, anti-inflammatory drugs can help you avoid triggering other symptoms." 2. Use throat lozenges. When you have a sore throat, you can take throat lozenges to relieve the symptoms, especially mint lozenges and eucalyptus lozenges, which have a good effect of cooling and moistening the throat, and are also helpful in preventing and treating colds and coughs. 3. Drink more water. When the throat becomes inflamed, red and swollen, it reminds the body to replenish water. The amount of water to be replenished should be such that the urine becomes light yellow or colorless. Adequate water can moisturize cell membranes and promote cell metabolism of waste. Especially when the sore throat is caused by a cold, drinking plenty of water can help relieve the symptoms. 4. Drink tea. Green tea, white tea, black tea, red tea and even herbal tea generally have the effects of relieving pain, improving immunity and preventing bacterial infections. Adding 1 teaspoon of honey when drinking can enhance the bactericidal effect and get rid of throat discomfort as soon as possible. 5. Gargle with salt water. Gargling with warm salt water several times a day can effectively relieve throat redness and swelling and loosen mucus, expelling irritants and bacteria. Dissolve half a teaspoon of salt in a cup of water. If you particularly don't like the taste of salt, you can add a little honey to the salt water to make it taste sweet. (Remember: spit out the water after gargling, instead of swallowing it.) Studies have found that gargling with "warm salt water" several times a day can effectively relieve throat redness and swelling and release mucus, expelling irritants and bacteria.

6. Cough syrup. Even if you don't have a cough, over-the-counter cough syrups can help relieve a sore throat. It is similar to drops and sprays and coats the surface of the throat to provide temporary relief from pain. 7. Chicken soup. Chicken soup, an old family remedy for colds, can also help soothe a sore throat. "The sodium (Na) in broth really has an anti-inflammatory effect. As it goes down your esophagus, it gives you an immediate soothing feeling." Broth has an added benefit when you're sick: Eating can be painful and difficult if your throat is swollen or very sore, so drinking some nourishing broth will ensure you get the nutrients you need to fight off your infection. 8. Marshmallow. Although there is no conclusive evidence, the sap of the marshmallow plant has been used for centuries, usually in the form of a tea, to treat coughs, colds, and sore throats. Modern marshmallows are known to help relieve a sore throat, possibly due to the soothing gelatin coating. "It's not the most incredible thing in the world," Dr. Lind said. "If your throat is really swollen, it really hurts to swallow anything, but eating a sweet, slippery marshmallow is no problem at all. 9. Rest. It may not be the quickest solution, but getting some rest may be the best thing you can do to relieve a sore throat and infection, says Dr. Linder. "The vast majority of sore throats are caused by cold viruses, and we know what we can do to treat a cold once we do catch it. “Making sure your body is well rested will at least help it fight the virus so you can recover better and faster.” ”

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