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Patient education materials
Sore Throat
A sore throat is a painful, burning, sore, or scratchy feeling of the throat. There may be pain or tenderness when swallowing or talking. You may have other symptoms with a sore throat. These include coughing, sneezing, fever, or a swollen neck. A sore throat is often the first sign of another sickness. These sicknesses may include a cold, flu, strep throat, or an infection called mono. Most sore throats go away without medical treatment.
[image of open mouth]
HOME CARE
β’ Only take medicine as told by your doctor.
β’ Drink enough fluids to keep your pee (urine) clear or pale yellow.
β’ Rest as needed.
β’ Try using throat sprays, lozenges, or suck on hard candy (if older than 4 years or as told).
β’ Sip warm liquids, such as broth, herbal tea, or warm water with honey. Try sucking on frozen ice pops or drinking cold liquids.
β’ Rinse the mouth (gargle) with salt water. Mix 1 teaspoon salt with 8 ounces of water.
β’ Do not smoke. Avoid being around others when they are smoking.
β’ Put a humidifier in your bedroom at night to moisten the air. You can also turn on a hot shower and sit in the bathroom for 5-10 minutes. Be sure the bathroom door is closed.
GET HELP RIGHT AWAY IF:
β’ You have trouble breathing.
β’ You cannot swallow fluids, soft foods, or your spit (saliva).
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01/21/2020
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