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    HEALTH ENTERTAINMENT FITNESS

    Health

    8 Reasons Your Throat


    Burns
    Covid isn't likely to be one of them.

    BY LASHIEKA HUNTER AND EMILIA BENTON


    PUBLISHED: DEC 22, 2022

    SAVE ARTICLE

    B S I P/ U N I V E R S A L I M AG E S G R O U P // G E T T Y I M AG E S

    Not only is it uncomfortable, it's


    disconcerting when you develop a
    scratchy throat that has kind of a
    burning feeling to it. Usually, a burning
    throat isn't a sign of a serious illness, but
    it's important to =gure out what's wrong
    rather than stressing out about all the
    things you think it could be. Instead, use
    this guide to discover potential culprits
    of a throat that feels like it's on =re, and
    =gure out what kind of doctor you
    should see and how to tame the burning.
    Check out eight common reasons you
    feel like your throat is burning.

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    1.) Common cold


    Viral infections, such as colds, are
    usually the most common cause of a sore
    throat (pharyngitis). A scratchy throat is
    usually the =rst symptom, followed by a
    runny nose, sneezing, cough, and
    fatigue. Typically, you can shake a cold in
    a few days and meds like ibuprofen or
    acetaminophen can soothe your burning
    throat, as well as lozenges or a throat
    spray (look for one that’s a topical
    analgesic, it will say that on the label),
    and even hot tea. As with any viral
    infection, being precautious is key to
    prevention. “Good hand hygiene,
    limiting contact with people who are
    sick, and keeping your immune system
    as strong as possible with exercise, lots
    of vegetable intake, and good self-care to
    reduce stress, which may weaken the
    immune system,” says Joseph A. Ladapo,
    M.D., Ph.D., an associate professor of
    medicine at the David Geffen School of
    Medicine at UCLA. Have a fever, too?
    Then it could be the Uu or a bacterial
    infection.

    What about Covid? “Sore throats can be


    seen with Covid-19 symptoms,” says Dr.
    Ladapo. “During this pandemic, it’s not
    unreasonable to consider getting tested if
    you have a sore throat. But it is probably
    unlikely to be coronavirus if there are no
    other symptoms.”

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    2.) Flu
    If, along with your burning throat, you
    have a fever, chills, congestion, a
    headache, and feel like you’ve been run
    over by a truck, chances are you have
    InUuenza (Uu). Like a cold, most people
    recover in a few days with plenty of rest,
    a pain reliever like Tylenol or Advil, and
    even some chicken soup (check out these
    additional strategies for relieving
    symptoms). But if your sore throat and
    the rest of your symptoms are getting
    worse, or lasting longer than two weeks,
    call your doctor. “A person should call a
    physician regarding a sore throat
    whenever it is accompanied by fever of
    100.4 F or greater, chills or body aches,
    difficulty swallowing or chewing, a stiff
    or painful neck and/or swollen glands or
    a sore throat that lasts more than =ve to
    seven days, despite supportive
    measures,” says Ayanna Kersey-
    McMullen, D.O., who specializes in
    osteopathic medicine and integrative
    wellness. People who have certain
    chronic medical conditions (such as
    asthma, diabetes, or heart disease) and
    come down with the Uu are at high risk
    of developing serious complications. So
    if you fall into that category, de=nitely
    call your doctor.

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    3.) Strep throat


    This generally mild infection of the
    throat and tonsils, caused by bacteria
    called group A Streptococcus, can be
    culprit behind that burning feeling that
    has you afraid to swallow. Strep is
    usually spread the same way as the
    common cold or Uu—by an infected
    person coughing or sneezing, expelling
    respiratory droplets. If you touch a
    surface with those germs, like a
    doorknob, or handle, and touch your
    nose or your mouth, then you can pretty
    much guess what happens next. See your
    doctor if you are experiencing chills,
    nausea, have a headache, and a red,
    swollen throat, or white patches on your
    tonsils. Your physician can give you a
    rapid antigen test, or simple throat swab
    test that garners results in minutes. If
    you indeed have strep, you will be
    prescribed antibiotics.

    4.) Burning Mouth


    Syndrome
    Yes, this is a real thing and an actual
    medical term. According to the Mayo
    Clinic, burning mouth syndrome
    typically entails a burning sensation in
    areas such as the lips, gums, tongue and
    palate, or even all over your mouth, and
    your throat. It sometimes also presents
    with dry mouth or a bitter or metallic
    taste in your mouth. Your doctor will
    usually want to rule out other causes for
    your symptoms before nailing down this
    diagnosis, so talk to them to help come
    up with an appropriate treatment plan.

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    5.) GERD/Acid
    Reflux
    Gastroesophageal reUux disease (GERD)
    happens when stomach acid frequently
    Uows back into your esophagus. This
    backwash, otherwise known as acid
    reUux, can wreak havoc on the lining of
    your esophagus and cause that burning
    sensation in your throat. In general,
    “avoid spicy foods, caffeine, large meals,
    or eating late at night especially when
    close to bedtime as these will exacerbate
    your symptoms,” says Dr. Kersey-
    McMullen. (Just be aware that some
    men may be able to get away with eating
    certain foods that are off limits for
    others.) Over-the-counter (OTC)
    treatment for GERD includes antacids
    that neutralize or stop the production of
    stomach acid, such as Mylanta, Rolaids
    and Tums, Prilosec, or Pepcid. If they
    don’t work, your physician may prescribe
    something stronger. Don’t ignore
    prolonged symptoms, either. “Make sure
    you talk to your doctor about treating
    your GERD, because if left untreated,
    GERD may lead to changes in the lining
    of the esophagus which can then lead to
    throat cancer,” she says. Also, see your
    doctor if your symptoms include chest
    pain.

    6.) Allergies
    A burning, irritated throat can also be
    caused by an allergic reaction to pollen,
    dust, cigarette smoke, mold, or pet
    dander. These allergies can bring on
    post-nasal drip (when congestion in the
    nose and sinuses drains down to the
    throat) leading to that tickly, scratchy
    feeling. OTC medications, including
    antihistamines like Claritin or Zyrtec,
    decongestants, and nasal sprays can help
    alleviate symptoms—so can taking
    certain steps to prevent them. And if
    your allergies are severe, see an allergist
    who can come up with a plan of action
    to combat the problem. But if you have a
    sore throat with fever and body aches, it
    might be a cold or the Uu, and not your
    allergies.

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    7.) Tonsillitis
    If your tonsils are red and swollen or
    have white pus spots, and you’re
    experiencing throat pain and tenderness,
    or have white or yellow coating over
    your tongue, a stiff neck, and bad breath,
    it could be tonsillitis. The good news is
    this viral infection often goes away on its
    own after four to 10 days. But if you
    have a sore throat, a sudden severe fever,
    swollen lymph nodes, and no cold
    symptoms, you more than likely have a
    bacterial infection such as strep throat.
    Contact your doctor for a strep test.

    8). Esophagitis
    Esophagitis, AKA inUammation of the
    esophagus, is another potential culprit of
    burning in your throat. It’s often caused
    by GERD/acid reUux, according to the
    Mayo Clinic, which, unsurprisingly, will
    typically lead to that telltale burning
    sensation in your throat. Esophagitis can
    also lead to difficulty or pain with
    swallowing.

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    GERD isn’t the only cause of this


    condition, though. It can also be a result
    of existing infections, certain
    medications or treatments for other
    illnesses, and food allergies. Since a
    doctor will need to treat the underlying
    causes, it's important to get correctly
    diagnosed. That means it's key to not just
    withstand a burning throat that isn't
    explained by simple causes and to see
    someone about it.

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    LASHIEKA HUNTER

    LaShieka Hunter is a health and


    entertainment writer whose articles have
    appeared in The New York Times; O, The
    Oprah Magazine; Essence; Huffington
    Post; Dr. Oz The Good Life; and Ebony.
    She currently lives on Long Island. 

    EMILIA BENTON

    CONTRIBUTING WRITER

    Emilia Benton is a Houston-based


    freelance writer and editor. In addition to
    Runner's World, she has contributed
    health, =tness and wellness content to
    Women's Health, SELF, Prevention,
    Healthline, and the Houston Chronicle,
    among other publications. She is also an
    11-time marathoner, a USATF Level 1-
    certi=ed running coach, and an avid
    traveler.

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