Sore Throat
A common condition that is characterized by pain, discomfort, or irritation in the throat. Sore throats can be caused by a variety of factors, including viral or bacterial infections, allergies, dry air, smoking, and acid reflux.
Symptoms
– Pain or discomfort in the throat, especially when swallowing.
– Redness or swelling in the throat.
– Hoarseness or loss of voice.
– Swollen glands in the neck.
– Coughing.
– Fever or chills.
– Headache or body aches.
Causes
– Viral infections
– Bacterial infections
– Stagnant Lymph
– Grief
– Allergies
– Exposure to dry air, smoke, pollution, or other irritants can cause sore throats.
– Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), can cause irritation and inflammation in the throat.
– Yelling, talking loudly, or singing for long periods of time can strain the vocal cords and cause a sore throat.
– Breathing through the mouth can cause the throat to become dry and irritated, leading to a sore throat.
– Postnasal drip
Treatment
Application: massage, diffuser, chakras, sustained inhalation
Single Oils: Bay Laurel, Ginger, turmeric
* Thyme Thuyanol , Thyme Linalool, or Thyme Geraniol taken internally can be very helpful (1-3 drops in water)