What should you do about a throat when it hurts to swallow?

Answer 1

It simply mean that you have got an inflammation or a problem with your throat.

This can be a problem of various severity, from hardly noticeable to a killing experience.

It is your body's way of telling you that something is going on, and you should try to take care of it.

Allergic reactions can easily cause a sore throat.

A viral infection often causes a sore throat.

A bacterial infection also may cause a sore throat.

Most people find themselves with a sore throat due to a virus or an allergic reaction, or even a combination of the two.

(This is why doctors try to restrict the use of penicillin, as it does no good against virus or Allergies.)

Some people with a bacterial infection can be easily helped with penicillin.

Where as the body will clear up most bacterial infections on its own, there are certain aggressive bacterias we want some help with.

In absolutely worst case scenario, you are in for a killing experience without medicine like antibiotics.

If the sore throat develops slowly, then no panic.

If the sore throat develops at ultra speed, really red, tender, even problems with toung or cheeks, Rush to the doctor.

A sore throat only mean that the body (throat) is experiencing something it would rather not.

Answer 2

you probably have a strep throat but in a few days it will go away.

The above is bad advice: If you have a sore throat, you should definitely go to the doctor, because if strep throat is a possibility, it an be very dangerous.

Answer 3

Eat slowly and chew food thoroughly. If someone is choking, immediately perform the Heimlich maneuver . You may have an easier time swallowing liquids or pureed foods than solids. Avoid very cold or very hot foods if you notice that they make your symptoms worse.