What to do if you have a cold and a sore throat
The weather has changed frequently recently, and colds and sore throats have become problems for many people. Whether it’s colleagues at the office or classmates at school, cold symptoms seem to be everywhere. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed response guide to help you quickly relieve discomfort.
1. Common causes of colds and sore throats
Sore throats caused by colds are usually caused by viral infections. Common pathogens include rhinovirus, coronavirus, etc. In addition, the following factors may worsen symptoms:
| Reason | Specific performance |
|---|---|
| viral infection | Throat redness, swelling, dryness, itching, and burning sensation |
| Bacterial infection (such as strep) | Severe sore throat with fever |
| Dry environment | Dry throat and hoarse voice |
| excessive use of voice | Pain that gets worse after talking or singing |
2. How to quickly relieve a sore throat?
Based on recent popular discussions and medical advice, the following methods are widely recommended:
| method | Specific operations | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Gargle with warm salt water | Add half a spoonful of salt to a cup of warm water and rinse your mouth 3-4 times a day | Anti-inflammation and sterilization, relieve swelling |
| honey water | Drink a spoonful of honey mixed with warm water, once in the morning and evening | Soothes throat, relieves cough, inhibits bacteria |
| Lozenges or spray | Choose lozenges/sprays with mint or benzocaine | Rapid pain relief and temporary relief |
| Drink more warm water | Drink 1.5-2 liters of warm water daily | Keep your throat moist and dilute phlegm |
3. Dietary conditioning recommendations
Recently on social platforms, many users have shared dietary remedies to relieve sore throats. The following are the more popular ones:
| food | practice | Efficacy |
|---|---|---|
| pear soup | Snow pear + rock sugar + wolfberry stew | Moisten the lungs and relieve cough, produce body fluid and quench thirst |
| ginger tea | Boil ginger slices and add brown sugar | Warm up the body and relieve inflammation |
| White radish honey drink | White radish juice mixed with honey | Reducing phlegm and relieving cough, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory |
4. When do you need medical treatment?
Most sore throats can be relieved with home care, but the following situations require prompt medical attention:
| Symptoms | Possible reasons | Suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| High fever exceeding 38.5℃ | Bacterial infection (such as tonsillitis) | Need antibiotic treatment |
| Trouble breathing or swallowing | Epiglottitis and other emergencies | Emergency call immediately |
| Pain that persists for more than 7 days | Chronic inflammation or other diseases | Specialist examination |
5. Tips to prevent colds and sore throats
Based on recent advice from health bloggers, prevention is more important than treatment:
1.Maintain indoor humidity: Use a humidifier to avoid dry air.
2.wash hands frequently: Reduce the spread of virus contact.
3.Enhance immunity: Supplement vitamin C, zinc and other nutrients.
4.Avoid excessive use of your voice: Take a break after talking for a long time.
I hope this guide will help you effectively deal with a cold and sore throat. If symptoms persist or worsen, always consult your doctor!
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