What to do if you have a dry and sore throat

Dry and sore throat may be caused by physiological factors such as dry environment and less drinking water, or it may be caused by chronic pharyngitis and other diseases, which need to take general measures and medication for the cause of the disease, so as to alleviate the symptoms.
1. Physiological factors: If the environment is dry, drinking less water, will lead to the mucous membrane of the throat is dry, appearing dry and sore throat. There is no need to take special treatment in such cases. Drink plenty of water, keep your throat well rested, and avoid shouting.
2. Chronic pharyngitis: Dry and sore throat may also be caused by chronic pharyngitis. Patients can use local gargles under the guidance of the doctor, such as compound chlorhexidine gargle, compound borax solution and other anti-inflammatory treatment, supplemental multivitamins to promote the growth of mucosal epithelium and glandular secretion, such as vitamin A, vitamin C and so on.
There are many reasons for the patient’s dry and sore throat, it is recommended that the patient identify the cause of the disease, follow the doctor’s instructions to standardize the treatment.