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The
acute inflammation of the throat causes hoarseness
and a rough raw sensation when swallowing. It may
precedes the onset of upper respiratory tract
infection by bacteria/virus.
Symptoms:
1.
Pain, rough dry feeling when swallowing.
2.
Hoarseness.
3.
Redness at the back of the throat.
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4.
Swollen tonsils.
5.
Loss of appetite.
6.
Fever.
Complications:
1.
Throat abscess.
2.
Rheumatic heart disease.
3.
Kidney damage.
Causes:
1.
Bacterial or viral infection of the throat,
resulting in pharyngitis.
2.
Allergy.
3.
Irritation.
What you can do:
1.
Stop smoking.
2.
Speak as little as possible.
3.
Suck antiseptic lozenges.
4.
Drink plenty of fluids.
5.
Gargle with warm salt water.
6.
Take simple painkillers.
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