"Most sore throats are caused by viruses - not bacteria - according to recent reports from the Infectious Disease Society of America. However, approximately 10 million Americans are prescribed antibiotics for a sore throat each year, when in reality, only about 2 million actually have a bacterial infection."
"Signs of bacterial throat infection include sudden onset of throat pain and fever without other upper respiratory symptoms, such as runny nose and cough. If left untreated, it's possible for bacterial infections to cause serious complications, especially in children or those with weak immune systems."
"Whether you decide to take antibiotics for a bacterial infection or not, it's helpful to know that there are also a number of natural remedies that can be taken alone or combined with antibiotics, to help fight a bacterial infection."
"When you catch a cold or something worse, the feeling that someone rubbed the inner walls of your windpipe with sandpaper can make even the simple act of swallowing painful. If you have a very significant sore throat, or feel like your throat is closing, you should go right to the ER."
Most sore throats are caused by viruses, not bacteria, leading to 10 million Americans being prescribed antibiotics each year, despite only 2 million having bacterial infections. Signs of bacterial infections include sudden throat pain and fever. Untreated bacterial infections can lead to serious complications. Natural remedies can boost immunity and relieve symptoms, and they can also treat common viruses. Home remedies are suggested for symptom relief, but significant sore throats require immediate medical attention.
Read at Alternative Medicine Magazine
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