Sore or scratchy throat can temporarily be relieved with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt dissolved in an 8 ounces or 230 ml glass of warm water. Pain medications such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and paracetamol (acetaminophen) help in the management of pain. The use of corticosteroids seems to increase slightly the likelihood of resolution and the reduction of pain, but more analysis is necessary to ensure that this minimal benefit outweighs the risks. Antibiotics probably reduce pain, diminish headaches and could prevent some sore throat complications; but, since these effects are small, they must be balanced with the threat of antimicrobial resistance. It is not known whether antibiotics are effective for preventing recurrent sore throat. There is an old wives tale that having a hot drink can help with common<unk>  and influenza symptoms, including sore throat, but there is only limited evidence to support this idea. If the sore throat is unrelated to a<unk>  and is caused by for example tonsillitis, a<unk>  drink may be helpful. There are also other medications like lozenges which can help people to cope with a sore throat. Without active treatment, symptoms usually last two to seven days.
symptoms of Common cold
symptom of Common cold
symptom of Tularemia
symptom of Listeriosis
symptom of Influenza
symptom of Measles
symptoms of Tularemia
symptom of Croup