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When you first wake up, many people feel dry throat, sore throat, ... There are many reasons why you have sore throat after waking up. So what is that reason and how to relieve a sore throat after waking up?1. What causes a sore throat after waking up?
According to doctors, there are the following reasons why you have a sore throat after waking up , which are:
Cold air, lack of humidity and dry environment: Using air conditioner at too low temperature or weather In winter, dry cold and humidity easily cause the body to catch cold after waking up and have a sore throat, especially the habit of breathing through the mouth when sleeping. Dehydration: A long night's sleep can cause the body to become dehydrated. Having diabetes or taking certain medications can also cause dehydration during sleep, which can lead to a sore throat when you wake up in the morning. Snoring habits: People who have a habit of snoring and breathing through their mouth when they sleep often feel a dry throat when they wake up. You can snore when you're tired, but it can also be a chronic condition if you're overweight, smoke, or genetically snore. Rhinitis, Allergic Pharyngitis: Allergic rhinitis or pharyngitis can occur at all ages with different manifestations in each person. In people with seasonal allergic rhinitis, in addition to symptoms such as itchy nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, the throat is also often sore when they wake up. By then, you might have caught a cold. In addition, if accompanied by high fever, the patient should see a doctor for timely examination and treatment. Viral infections: Viruses and bacteria attack and enter the body, stimulating the immune system to work and weaken. Among many viruses and bacteria that cause disease, there are some types that show sore throat like flu, measles, chickenpox, ... The most dangerous is streptococcus, which often causes a very severe and prolonged sore throat, this type. often attacks children. At that time, the child needs to see a doctor to prescribe antibiotic treatment. Acid Reflux: Stomach acid reflux disease when sleeping can leave a burning sensation in the throat after waking up. Left untreated, stomach acid can damage the lining of the esophagus and upper respiratory tract.
2. What to do to prevent sore throat after waking up?
To prevent sore throat after waking up, you need to pay attention to the sleeping environment and health problems, specifically:
If using air conditioning or when the weather is dry, lack of humidity, please Use an extra nebulizer to ensure the bedroom has the right humidity. In winter, especially in the changing seasons, pay attention to dress warmly or cover with blankets. The bedroom should avoid drafts, however, the door should not be closed, causing lack of oxygen. Whether you're sleeping or just waking up, pay attention to keeping your body warm. Drink a glass of warm water before you go to bed or after you wake up, or you can add a little honey, which will ease the throat. Include foods rich in vitamin C in your daily diet for a healthy immune system. Gargling with warm salt water every morning when you wake up is also a way to reduce and prevent symptoms of sore throat. If you have a habit of snoring or have a chronic snoring condition, you need to find out what is causing you to snore. If it's because of smoking, you need to quit, if because of obesity, try to lose weight and maintain a moderate and stable weight. Or lying on your side can also help reduce snoring. If not for the above reasons, try to seek medical advice and treatment. Avoid eating full meals at least 2 hours before bedtime. There are many reasons why you have a sore throat after waking up, such as cold, viral, bacterial infection, acid reflux, etc. To prevent this, it is necessary to pay attention to the sleeping environment and some measures. Methods that can be applied every day such as gargling with salt water, drinking warm water before going to bed or waking up in the morning, ...
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