Sore Throat Tickle: My son has had a tickle in his throat for 3 weeks now and it now is sore. Is this something I need to go to the doctor for?



A tickle in the throat is an indication of the initial stage of a sore throat. It is a very common ailment and can happen to the persons of any age. A sore throat tickle is usually associated with coughing and pain in the throat. If taken care at an early stage, you can surely prevent this from developing into a sore throat condition.Causes Tickle in ThroatA sore throat tickle may occur due to any of the following reasons:

  • Common cold is one of the most common causes of tickle in throat.
  • Some bacterial or viral infections.
  • Allergies towards dust or pollens.
  • Working environment conditions such as smoke and chemicals.

Though, a sore throat tickle does not pose any serious threat to your health, but it may cause a lot of discomfort and should be taken care of from the very beginning. Remedies for Tickle in ThroatYou can use any of the following simple and proven home remedies for tickle in throat:

  • Gargle with one glass of warm water that has ¼ tsp of common salt dissolved in it. Do this at least 3 times a day. This greatly reduces the risk of sore throat and cures the throat tickle immediately.
  • Mix 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar in lukewarm water and sip it slowly twice a day. This is a very effective and well known home remedy for tickle in throat.
  • Prepare tea with crushed ginger and pepper. Drinking this tea 2 - 3 times a day is very beneficial for curing the sore throat problem.
  • Mix 1 tsp of honey with equal quantity of lemon juice in one glass of warm water and sip it slowly, 2 - 3 times a day. Also, regular intake of lemon juice every morning on an empty stomach raises the immunity of the body, and prevents sore throat.

Despite using any of these remedies, if the problem persists for over a week, you must consult your health care provider.

answered by G M


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