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What Do Sore Throat And Difficulty Swallowing Indicate?
Question: I have a dry swallow with yellow line in back of thought a little sore but really agitating
Brief Answer:
some things to try
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for your question.
This could be from allergies or a viral infection.
Here are some things to try:
Drink plenty of water
Avoid all caffeine and alcohol
Avoid tobacco
Use nasal saline 6-8 times a day, you can buy this at the pharmacy
Use throat lozenges for relief of discomfort and to help keep throat moist
Take extra vitamin C for a few days to a week, 1000 mg daily
Avoid antihistamines and decongestants, they will cause more drying.
Please let me know if you have further questions
Dr Robinson
some things to try
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for your question.
This could be from allergies or a viral infection.
Here are some things to try:
Drink plenty of water
Avoid all caffeine and alcohol
Avoid tobacco
Use nasal saline 6-8 times a day, you can buy this at the pharmacy
Use throat lozenges for relief of discomfort and to help keep throat moist
Take extra vitamin C for a few days to a week, 1000 mg daily
Avoid antihistamines and decongestants, they will cause more drying.
Please let me know if you have further questions
Dr Robinson
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