Sore Throat

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A sore throat is the inflamed feeling, pain, scratchiness or irritation in the tonsil area or back of the throat that oftein accompanied by a slight fever. Sore throats are common, especially in children and teenagers. This is because young people have not built up immunity (resistance) against many of the viruses and bacteria that can cause sore throats.

Symptoms

• Pain or a scratchy sensation in the throat
• Pain that worsens with swallowing or talking
• Difficulty swallowing
• Dry throat
• Sore, swollen glands in neck or jaw
• Swollen, red tonsils
• White patches or pus on tonsils
• Hoarse or muffled voice

Causes

• Toxicity
• Colds
• Low immunity
• Shouting and over-using the voice
• Chronic stress
• Glandular fever
• Streptococcal infection
• Viral infection
• Allergies

Action plans

• Get plenty of rest to ease voice
• Avoid food and drinks that might irritate the throat
• Avoid irritant such as chemicals, smoking and smoky environment
• Drink plenty of water to keep the throat moist
• Gargle salt water can help soothe sore throat and spit it out
• Eat cold, soft food and drink cool or warm water
• Take probiotic supplement to increase the body immunity