A sore throat is a common condition that strikes many people quickly when the weather changes or when drinking cold water. For some, it may be just a day’s discomfort, but for others, it can cause severe pain and fever that lasts for days. Here are the 5 main scientific reasons behind swelling and infection in the throat tissues:
Viral Infections: 80 percent of sore throats are caused by viruses. A sore throat appears as the first symptom of the common cold, flu, and COVID-19. These are usually cleared up naturally by the body within 3-4 days.
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Strep Throat: This is an infection caused by the bacteria Streptococcus. It causes more severe pain and a higher fever than a viral infection. In this condition, you can see a deep red color inside the throat and white patches of pus on the tonsils. This requires proper antibiotic treatment.
Tonsillitis: This is a condition that causes swelling due to infection in the tonsils, which are immune glands on both sides of the throat. This can cause severe difficulty swallowing, earache, and swollen lymph nodes under the jaw.
Acidity and Gas (GERD): This is a cause that many people do not think about. Acid reflux (acid reflux) can cause burning and chronic dryness of the soft skin of the throat. This is the main reason for a sore throat when you wake up in the morning.
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Allergies and dry air: Inhaling dust, smoke, and pollen can cause allergies and itching in the throat. Also, breathing dry air in AC rooms and not drinking enough water can cause the throat to dry out and become painful.