• Pain or a scratchy sensation in the throat
• Pain that worsens with swallowing or talking
• Difficulty swallowing
• Sore, swollen glands in your neck or jaw
• Swollen, red tonsils
• White patches or pus on your tonsils
• A hoarse or muffled voice

Viruses that cause the common cold and the flu also cause most sore throats. Less often, bacterial infections (Streptococcus) cause sore throats.

Viral infections

Viral illnesses that cause a sore throat include:

• Common cold
• Flu (influenza)
• Mono (mononucleosis)
• Measles
• Chickenpox
• Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
• Croup — a common childhood illness characterized by a harsh, barking cough

Bacterial infections

Many bacterial infections can cause a sore throat. The most common is Streptococcus pyogenes (group A streptococcus) which causes strep throat.

Other causes of a sore throat include:

• Allergies. Allergies to pet dander, molds, dust and pollen can cause a sore throat. The problem may be complicated by postnasal drip, which can irritate and inflame the throat.
• Dryness. Dry indoor air can make your throat feel rough and scratchy. Breathing through your mouth — often because of chronic nasal congestion — also can cause a dry, sore throat.
• Irritants. Outdoor air pollution and indoor pollution such as tobacco smoke or chemicals can cause a chronic sore throat. Chewing tobacco, drinking alcohol and eating spicy foods also can irritate your throat.
• Muscle strain. You can strain muscles in your throat by yelling, talking loudly or talking for long periods without rest.
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is a digestive system disorder in which stomach acids back up in the food pipe (esophagus).

Other signs or symptoms may include heartburn, hoarseness, regurgitation of stomach contents and the sensation of a lump in your throat.

• HIV infection. A sore throat and other flu-like symptoms sometimes appear early after someone is infected with HIV.

Also, someone who is HIV-positive might have a chronic or recurring sore throat due to a fungal infection called oral thrush or due to a viral infection called cytomegalovirus (CMV), which can be serious in people with compromised immune systems.
Tumors. A cellular abnormality tumor of the throat, tongue or voice box (larynx) can cause a sore throat.

Other signs or symptoms may include hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, noisy breathing, a lump in the
neck, and blood in saliva or phlegm.

HELPFUL:

• Acidophilus (EQ HDA): To replenish friendly
  bacteria. Especially important if antibiotics are prescribed. 1 daily
• Bee propolis (EQ Propolicom): Protects mucous membranes of the mouth and throat. Caution: Do not use if you are allergic to bee stings. 
• Garlic:  Improves immune function. 
• Maitake extract, or reishi extract, or shiitake extract: (NS Immune Formula) To boost immunity and fight viral infection. (NS Immune Formula)
• Multivitamin and mineral complex: To maintain a balance of all necessary nutrients. Take as directed on label.
  
• Vitamin A: Vitamin A aids healing and potentiates immune function. . For vitamin A emulsion, take up to 3,000 mcg (10,000 IU) daily for 1 week, then 1,500 mcg (5,000 IU) daily for 1 week, then reduce to 900 mcg (3,000 IU) daily. If you are pregnant, do not exceed 3,000 mcg (10,000 IU) daily.
• Vitamin C with bioflavonoids (NS Liposomal Vitamin C): Has antiviral properties. Take up to 2,000 mg daily, in divided doses.
• Vitamin E:  Promotes healing and tissue repair. Take 90 mg (200 IU) daily.
• Zinc lozenges OR (EQ Zinc): For pain relief, healing, and improved immune function. Take up to 40 mg daily.

If Viral, Bacterial, Fungal or other Toxin:

• NS Immune Formula
• NS Immune Support
• NS Anti-Microbials (Microbe Defense 100, Microbe Defense 101, Microbe Defense 102, Microbe Defense 103, Microbe Defense 104, Microbe Defense 105, Microbe Defense 106)
• NS Cats Claw
• NS Liposomal Vitamin C
• NS Oregano
• NS Olive Leaf
• NS Echinacea
• EQ Propolicom
• EQ Zinc
• EQ Homeopathic Specific Detox Remedies 
• BioLight  VBF Defense (if Viral, Bacterial or Fungal)

If reflux:

• NS Digestive Enzymes 
• EQ HDA
• FF Biomega
• NS Ginger
• NS Green Max

If Allergies:

• NS Allergy Therapy
• EQ Histastat
• BL Allergy 1 or Allergy 4,5,6

• Honey, which is a natural antibacterial agent that can reduce pain and inflammation.
• Ginger, which is another natural antibacterial agent that can fight pain and inflammation.
• Smoothies, soups, broths, and warm drinks, which can hydrate and soothe the throat.
• Oatmeal, pasta, mashed potatoes, and cooked cereals, which are soft and easy to swallow.
• Yogurt, eggs, and chicken, which are high in protein and can boost the immune system.
• Turmeric, sage, and pomegranate juice, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Popsicles and gelatin desserts, which can numb and cool the throat.

Cucumber Soother:

Ingredients:

• 1 Cucumber
• 2 stalks Celery
• 6 fresh Sage Leaves
• 1 Pineapple
• 3 Carrots

Directions:

• Cut cucumber into chunks with skin still on.
• Chop celery into small thumb size pieces across the stalks and discard leaves.
• Slice off outer skin of pineapple. Cut into long thin strips and chop the core into small chunks.
• Cut carrots lengthwise. If larger carrots are used cut lengthwise again, into quarters.
• Juice cucumber, then add all of the sage leaves followed by the celery (one handful at a time). Let these initial ingredients blend a little.
• Juice the pineapple and then finish with the carrots one half at a time.

• Amber
• Blue Topaz
• Aquamarine
• Blue Lace Agate
• Turquoise
• Green Fluorite
• Amazonite
• Blue Sapphire
• Lapis Lazuli
• Blue Quartz
• Tanzanite

• Peppermint, which contains menthol that helps thin mucus and calm sore throats and coughs.
• Peppermint also has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.
• Sage, which has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects and may soothe inflamed throat tissues.
• Cannabis, which may reduce pain and inflammation and boost the immune system.
• Shiitake mushrooms, which have antiviral and immune-enhancing properties and may help fight infections.
• Licorice root, which may coat and protect the throat and reduce irritation and inflammation.
• Chamomile, which may relieve pain and inflammation and promote relaxation and sleep.
• Marshmallow, which may form a protective layer over the throat and soothe dryness and irritation.
• Slippery Elm

• Belladonna
• Merc Sol
• Hepar Sulph
• Merc Iod Flavus
• Merc Iod Ruber
• Arnica Montana
• Phytolacca Decandra
• Aconite
• Lachesis
• Mercurius Vivus
• Gelsemium

• Rife Frequencies
• Photonic Mat
• Biomat

• LU-11
• B-38
• B-10
• CV-22
• K-27
• LI-1
• LU-7
• LI-11
• LI-4

• Taking 1 tablespoon of honey twice daily can help ease a sore throat.

• Keeping the throat moist
• Soothing the throat
• Cold liquids, frozen popsicles, or ice chips can also help by numbing the painful area.
• A person should add about 1–2 teaspoons of salt to a cup and fill it with boiling water.
• They should then wait for it to cool before gargling a mouthful at a time and spitting it out.
• A person should take care not to swallow any saltwater. People with diabetes or those on a low sodium diet should practice extra caution with this treatment method.
• The body needs vitamins to fight off illnesses, including those that cause sore throats. Taking vitamins may help to prevent common colds and their symptoms.
• The body needs lots of rest when the immune system is fending off an illness.
• An irritant can sometimes cause or worsen a sore throat.

• Smoking and vaping
• Being exposed to secondhand smoke
• Drinking alcohol
• Consuming acidic food and drink
• Eating spicy food
• Exposure to chemicals such as those in cleaning products can sometimes irritate the throat.
• A person with a sore throat should avoid smoking, vaping, and drinking alcohol, as these can worsen symptoms.
• People often get sore throats when the air around them is too dry.
• A humidifier turns water into vapor and releases it into the air, increasing the humidity.
• By adding moisture to the air, a humidifier can moisten the throat. This can sometimes help with the symptoms of a sore throat.
• It may seem obvious, but drinking water is an effective way to help sore throats.
• Dehydration can often cause a sore, dry throat. Drinking water will help remedy this.
• A person should drink more water when exercising, if they are unwell, and if they are in a hot climate.
• Good Air Purifier

• Lemon oil
• Lavender oil
• Peppermint oil
• Eucalyptus oil
• Tea Tree oil
• Clove oil
• Oregano oil
• Cinnamon oil
• Hyssop oil
• Ravensara oil
• Myrtle oil

Run a esophagus scan (contains throat sarcodes). Use the scan and identify if it is allergies, pathogens, or chemicals that are irritating the throat. Use the search criteria to look for flu, coxsackie virus, mono, strep, RSV, rhino virus, adeno virus, and coronavirus. If they test green, add to the hold tank.

If it is allergies, then run an allergy scan. Add energies for symptoms and the above listed homeopathics. Imprint into a correlating homeopathic. Also imprint the laser and target the affected area.