Throat feels 'stingy'... Causes and remedies for sore throat

I am currently experiencing this exact symptom.

My throat has been sore all winter, then it gets better, then sore again, and this cycle keeps repeating.

I think I need to take some medicine this time.

Thinking about why I caught it, I believe it's due to the dry air among the reasons listed below.

Since the air in my house is so dry... even though I use a humidifier diligently, the humidity level doesn't reach 50%.

If you have a fever or persistent pain, be sure to seek medical attention at a hospital.

I should also go to the hospital.

 

Bacterial infection

Experts say that bacterial infections are less common than viral infections, but antibiotic treatment can prevent complications. Bacterial infections trigger immune responses such as inflammation that causes sore throats. Unlike viral infections, bacterial infections are treated with antibiotics. Streptococcal pharyngitis (tonsillitis), staphylococcal infections, sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea or chlamydia, and allergies can also cause sore throats.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Unlike causes of non-infectious pharyngitis, it can directly cause inflammation in the pharyngeal tissue and inner walls. When gastroesophageal reflux disease and heartburn affect the throat, it is called reflux laryngitis. When stomach acid and enzymes rise into the esophagus, the first area they reach at the back of the throat is the larynx, or vocal cords.

Tobacco smoke

Experts warn that coughing caused by smoking and secondhand smoke can lead to throat pain.

Dry air

Just like smoking, dry air can cause coughing and lead to sore throat.

 

Symptoms that must be examined

90% of sore throats are caused by viral infections and do not require antibiotics, so apart from relieving pain, no special treatment is necessary. It is often difficult for the general public to determine whether a sore throat is caused by an infection or not. If you experience the following symptoms, it is advisable to see a doctor.

 

Source: Comedy.com, Reporter Kwon Soon-il