Friday, December 25, 2015

Sore Throat Problem ?

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Sore throat can involve irritation, pain, and itchiness that can make it hard to swallow.You may have difficulty swallowing food and liquids, and the pain may get worse when you try to swallow. Throat pain is the primary symptom of a sore throat. However, other symptoms may include a dry throat, swollen glands in the neck, white patches on the tonsils, and hoarseness.

" CAUSES "

VIRAL INFECTION
The majority of sore throats are triggered by a viral infection. These are infections caused by a virus, such as the cold and flu.

Other types of viral infections include:
mononucleosis: infectious disease typically transmitted through saliva
measles: contagious illnesses characterized by a distinct rash and fever
chickenpox: infection that causes skin sores
croup: infection of the larynx

BACTERIAL INFECTION
A bacterial infection can also cause a sore throat. These types of infections include:

1.Strep throat: inflammation of the throat caused by the 2.Streptococcal bacteria
3.Diphtheria: infectious disease that causes throat inflammation
whooping cough: disease of the respiratory mucous membrane

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Not all sore throats are viral or bacterial. There are several other causes of throat pain. If you’re allergic to mold, pet dander, pollen, or other irritants, exposure to these allergens can trigger post-nasal drip. This is when excess mucus accumulates in the back of your throat. This accumulation can irritate your throat and cause pain or inflammation.

Dry air can also make your throat feel raw and scratchy. Smoking cigarettes or exposure to cigarette smoke can trigger persistent sore throats, as well as throat strain from yelling or too much talking.

GERD
Gastroesophageal reflux disease may also cause your sore throat. This is a digestive condition characterized by the back flow of stomach acid into the esophagus. This condition causes an array of symptoms, such as a sore throat, hoarseness, heartburn, and nausea.


"PREVENTION"

1.Do not share drinking glasses or utensils with others.
2.Use hand sanitizers whenever soap and water are not available.
3.Limit contact with commonly touched surfaces.
4.Reduce exposure to allergens, such as pollen, dust, and mold.
5.Avoid cigarette smoke.
6.Keep a humidifier in your house to eliminate dryness.


"SYMPTOMS"

1.Difficulty breathing
2.Joint pain
3.Difficulty swallowing
4.An earache
5.A rash
6.Fever over 101 degrees F
7.Bloody mucus
8,A lump in the throat
9.Hoarseness for longer than two weeks

"TREATMENTS"

1.Gargling with warm salt water
2.Drinking plenty of warm fluids, such as teas, soup, and water
3.Avoiding allergens and irritants, such as smoke and chemicals
5.Taking throat lozenges
5.Reducing inflammation with ibuprofen or acetaminophen



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