You can drink honey water for a red, swollen and inflamed throat, but add honey in moderation. Drinking warm honey water with the right consistency for a swollen and inflamed throat can help moisturize the throat, and at the same time, you should reduce the use of your voice (talk less, speak lower, etc.) to reduce the irritation of a swollen and inflamed throat and promote healing. However, the concentration of honey water should be appropriate, do not drink too sweet, too much stimulation can make the inflammation worse. In the red, swollen and inflamed throat, be sure to do a good job of cleaning the mouth and throat, after drinking honey water can gargle or drink some warm boiled water. If the swelling and inflammation of the throat is serious, you should go to the local hospital and follow the doctor’s instructions.