The Dhaka Times Desk Even after four months of corona infection, panic still remains. Many people still get scared if they have a slight cold-fever or sore throat. If these symptoms appear, there is nothing to think that it is corona.
It can be seen that we panic when we have a sore throat. So don't be afraid if you have a sore throat. Because sore throat is caused by various reasons.
Corona sore throat
If you have a sore throat due to corona virus, you will also have pain in your body. Moreover, there will be no white pus in the tonsils in sore throat. Fever can range from mild to severe in viral infections.
What causes a sore throat?
Tonsil is a type of lymph gland or lymphoid tissue. If there is any kind of infection or inflammation in it, we call it tonsillitis. There are a pair of palatine tonsils on both sides inside the throat. We usually understand the infection of tonsils. Tonsil infection is basically a common health problem.
Tonsil infections are caused by viruses and bacteria. Because of which there is a sore throat.
Other reasons exist-
1) Most sore throats are caused by viral infections. Pharyngitis, tonsillitis and laryngitis are caused by viruses. Sore throat can be caused by viral fever or influenza-like fever.
2) Measles, chicken pox but severe pain in the throat and then it is very difficult to eat.
3) Bacterial or fungal infection also causes sore throat. Tonsils are attacked by a type of bacteria like streptococcus. Children are more affected by this disease. Infection with this bacteria can also cause white pus to form around the tonsils.
4) Cigarettes or other chemicals can also cause sore throat. Moreover, pollution can also cause throat problems.
5) Peritonsillitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Epiglottitis – Some of these diseases can also cause sore throat. In that case, there may be difficulty in swallowing, burning sensation in the throat and difficulty in speaking.
What to do if you have a sore throat
When a sore throat starts, gargle with a little warm salt water first. Salt water helps reduce pain by preventing tonsil infection. Not only that, gargling with warm water can also reduce the risk of bacterial infection in the throat.
You can mix honey with hot tea. Mix one spoon of lemon juice, one spoon of honey and a little salt in warm water and drink it.
As soon as the sore throat starts, start gargling by mixing 2 teaspoons of 1 percent Povisep iodine solution mouthwash in half a glass of light yellow warm water. Gargle with mouthwash 3-4 times a day. Scientific studies have shown that this mouthwash is a very effective method against viruses in the early stages.
Avoid using AC and eating cold food during this time.
# Author: Dr. Md. Abdul Hafiz Shafi, BCS (Health), Department of Ear, Nose and Throat, BSMMU (On Post), Dhaka.
Things to do to prevent Corona virus
# stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer surgical mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, mouth, head after single use
Of course it can be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.
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