Sore Throat Symptoms
- localised mild discomfort to intense pain when swallowing
- dry throat
- difficulty swallowing
- redness and swelling of the back of the throat
Sore Throat Causes
The majority of sore throats are caused by a virus throat infection which infects the cells lining the back of the throat causing pain and inflammation.
A small percentage of sore throats can be caused by a bacteria such as Streptococcus (strep throat) or by a specific irritation caused, for instance, from coughing and smoking.
Sore Throat Treatment
As virus throat infection does not respond to antibiotics, it is best treated symptomatically, helping to relieve the pain and discomfort until the sore throat infection disappears.
To help relieve the discomfort and pain of a sore throat you can try lozenges which come either medicated or non-medicated or you can try a medicated sore throat spray.
A spray is an ideal way to relieve sore throats. Ultra Chloraseptic® throat sprays contain an anaesthetic and because the medicine goes straight to the site of pain, the active can get to work fast and avoids numbing the rest of the mouth.
Just 3 sprays of Ultra Chloraseptic® throat spray can relieve sore throats in seconds.
Sore Throat Prevention
To help prevent a sore throat from infection it helps to
- wash your hands regularly
- clean surfaces to keep them free of germs
- use paper towels to dry your hands and face
For more information go to frequently asked questions.
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