Home Remedy for Laryngitis
December 12, 2008
Laryngitis is the problem of Larynx. When this problem occurs you will feel sudden loss of voice or hoarseness in voice that seems to be absolutely abnormal in normal condition. Sometimes we confuse Laryngitis with sore throat which is absolutely a different problem.
In Laryngitis an abnormal swelling is observed on voice box-Larynx, and in the voice fold. Mostly the problem of Laryngitis is stimulated by viral cold infection however if it is bacterial infection, you have to visit doctor’s chamber for further clinical advice and examination.
If hoarseness of voice or pitch less voice is not a major concern for a few days you can try some home remedies to tackle the problem because viral laryngitis is neither fatal nor infectious.
A big cupful of lukewarm salt water for gargling is the effective home remedy to control the intensity of Laryngitis. The salt amount in the water will ½ teaspoon in one cup of water otherwise if the density of salt becomes higher in count, it may worsen the infection.
Instead of salt you can use vinegar also, but if you trying his remedy for the first time mix up vinegar and lukewarm water in 1:1 proportion to gargle frequently. Virus and bacteria do not like acidic environment and as vinegar is mild acidic, it destroys the root cause of the problem by it acidic attributes.
Lemon is a good antidote for laryngitis because of its acidic property. You can try lemon and salt mixed water for gargling frequently, it ill ease your trouble as salt and lemon will be killing harmful micro organisms to clear the infection. This is one of the effective natural treatment for Laryngitis.
Drinking adequate water will help to keep your throat moist and it is less painful if your throat is not hydrated properly.
Taking steam with boiled water helps to control laryngitis while taking steam you must cover your head to protect your hair. Putting a vitamin –E capsule also adds relaxation for paining throat problem.
Chewing garlic cloves this infection gets down in attacking intensity and sometimes ginger tea gives good relief. However, if you have problem in digestive track you better before using this remedy consult your doctor once.
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