A cold and sore throat are usually caused by viral infections and often improve with simple care at home.

🩺 What You Can Do Now

• Rest well and stay hydrated by drinking warm fluids like herbal teas or soups.
• Use over-the-counter pain relievers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen to ease throat pain and reduce fever.
• Gargle with warm salt water several times a day to soothe your throat.
• Avoid irritants like smoke and strong perfumes.

⚠️ When to See a Doctor

• If your sore throat worsens or lasts more than a week.
• If you develop high fever, difficulty swallowing, or breathing problems.
• If symptoms persist or you suspect a bacterial infection, do not self-medicate with antibiotics like Azithral (azithromycin) without a doctor’s prescription, as antibiotics do not treat viral infections and misuse can cause side effects.

Consult an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist or a general physician for proper evaluation and treatment if symptoms do not improve or worsen.To narrow down potential causes, we will need some more information.Please tell me your age and gender.