My throat is sore/scratchy, and I can't figure out why.?!
Question:
My throat is sore/scratchy, and I can't figure out why.?
A couple days ago, my throat started to be really scratchy and whenever I swallow I can feel a thick coat of mucus. I'm doing a musical in which I rehearse for five hours per day, which is only making it worse. I've tried drinking lots of water and ThroatCoat Tea, but nothing seems to help. Any ideas?
Additional Details2 days ago
Also, I have other "symptoms" such as a runny nose. Perhaps it's just allergies?
Answers:
The mucus could have caused your bronchi to swell up, making your throat sore/scratchy, etc.
The mucus also might have caused your nose to run more because it blocks up the nasal passages.
You might have to go to the doctor, he'll give you the right meds. In the mean time, drink tea and steamy foods which can clear out your nose, and if you cough up mucus, try to spit it out.
Take an allergy medicine and carry tissues around with you.
Hope that helped, and good luck in the musical!