Sore throat

Just in the last few hours i have gotten a really sore throat.
usually i would say that its a start of a cold and tomorrow i'll have it all. but i only had a cold about 2 weeks ago!!! whats wrong with me?
My head also aches a bit.
Last time my cold resulted in me having a coldsore how can i prvent this from happening again as its really inconvenient with my bf!!

thanks :frown:

Reply 1

yellow96

It's just a cold or virus. Quite often if you catch something as it starts doing the rounds, you'll catch it again once everyone else has had it, so don't be too surprised that you're ill again. Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables to keep your general health up and drink honey and lemon (tablespoon honey, squeeze of lemon, half a cup of hot water) for your sore throat.

Reply 2

gagol

I suffer from tonsilitus alot so I know what having a sore throte is all about! gargle (dont swollow!) with disolvable asprin 2 in a small glass of warmish water, it tastes horrible but should prevent any bacteria and help ease the pain. you could also take ibuprofin as long as your not alergic!

Reply 3

Wizardtb

Gargle a glass of hot water mixed with Cayenne Pepper- if you're having trouble eating or swallowing- it instantly numbs your throat and takes away the pain.

If it persists, you may need antiobiotics, but I suggest trying medecine/gargling for about three days before seeing a doctor.

Reply 4

Anthonyjm71

fresh fruit and veg vit's A C E usually are the ones you need to fight this!

Reply 5

Jennybean

All of the above plus the best way to nip a sore throat in the bud is to gargle with salty water, or even better is to use hydrogen peroxide diluted appropriately and mixed with an antibacterial mouthwash.

Reply 6

Revd. Mike

If you're gargling with asprin, err on the side of caution and don't take ibuprofen as well. You can take paracetamol. Yep, basic sore throat/cold stuff really, strepsils, mouthwash, scrupulous dental hygiene, eat well, stay hydrated and lots of rest!

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