Sore throat is a very common problem.
Evreyone has experienced it. It is most commonly due to infection with a virus. These are small living organisms which are not cured by antibiotics.
However most viruses have finite life span so that they are remvoed within days and patients regain health.
Many patients tend to start antibiotics on their own. But this practice should be discouraged. Since antibiotic are not effective in viral origin sore throat. In addition taking them results in generation of resistance amongst bacteria.
In viral sore throat , all you have to do is to taken painkillers and soothing agents for the throat. On average in a weeks time this will recover. Avoid sour fruits, very hot and cold beverages etc. If it is not recovering in a week’s time then consult your doctor.
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