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Suggest Home Remedies For Cough And Burning Sensation In The Throat
Question: I just had a cough that has left my throat with a strong burning sensation. Is there a home remedy for this one time event? I hope to quiet the pain down.
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Brief Answer:
gargling with salt water, anti inflammatory medication
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The burning is due to irritation/inflammation of the throat as a result of the coughing.
An anti inflammatory medication may help with that along with gargling with salt water.
Eg of anti inflammatory medication such as naproxen or ibuprofen , can be used. These are over the counter meds.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
gargling with salt water, anti inflammatory medication
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The burning is due to irritation/inflammation of the throat as a result of the coughing.
An anti inflammatory medication may help with that along with gargling with salt water.
Eg of anti inflammatory medication such as naproxen or ibuprofen , can be used. These are over the counter meds.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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