FOR some people, it starts with a scratchy throat followed by a tickly cough. For others, a headache comes first, before a ...

Every year, people around the world take an astonishing 3.8 trillion doses of medicine. Most of these medicines are swallowed ...

Every year, people around the world consume 3.8 trillion doses of medication, an astonishing number. Most of them are ...

Various medications and home remedies can help relieve a sore throat. Medications for a sore throat may include pain relief pills, lozenges, sprays, and syrups. Gargles and herbal teas may also help.

Each of us has needed to clear our throat at some time or the other—whether we are making a presentation or feeling a tickle in the back of our throat. While not often serious, repetitive throat ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am 78 and have some difficulty swallowing. I must take calcium and magnesium tablets, and they are very large. I have to chew them to get them down properly. I have actually choked ...

Feeling thirsty is a sign you’re already dehydrated. The best way to treat dehydration and dry throat is to drink plenty of water. You can also use rehydration mixes or powders that add electrolytes ...

That warm salt water gargle your mom swears by? It might make your throat feel better, but it will not actually make your cold go away any faster. According to Tom Miller, MD, salt water and similar ...

In most cases, sore throats get better within a week. In the meantime, people can use home remedies to alleviate the pain. One such remedy is honey. This article will discuss the potential benefits of ...

Feeling a lump, bump, or swelling in your throat without having an actual lump is known as a Globus sensation. Causes include muscle tension and certain health conditions. Stress, fatigue, and anxiety ...