Not all your health problems are link to ur condition.this is a common mistake we all make. e.g in my case since i know that hbv causes pain below ur ribs, i have linked all stomach issues i have to this meanwhile the pain i have around my ribs is bc i have the H. pyloric infection.
Are you saying your throat is red and painful?
If you can barely swallow your saliva because of swelling, it is likely a strep throat. That will require a visit to the doctor for antibiotics.
For cold or flu, try chicken broth or chicken soup. I just got sambucus cough syrup at the healthfood store. I think it's more for cough than sore throat. Gargle with warm salt water with a little baking soda mixed in too.
Have you been on antibiotics lately? Your good or positive bacteria could be depleted. Antibiotics kill the positive flora that your body needs!
I always take PRObiotics if I have to be on ANTIbiotics, to replace the good flora that is killed along with the bad!
What helps me with a sore throat is gargeling with warm salt water 5 times a day, and start taking PRObiotics to build up immune system.Wouldn't hurt to gargle with the probiotics also. If you aren't any better in a couple days I would definetely go to the doctors. Good luck! di216