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Recurring sore throats

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Hibernating80 · 31/12/2023 10:43

Happy new year.

Has anyone suffered with nearly constant throat infections? Prior to a menopause diagnosis? The infections go, but then a new one comes along.

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over50andfab · 31/12/2023 10:55

Have you seen your GP? Persistent infection might need a better/different treatment or tests done.
Related to menopause we can experience drier mucosal membranes including throat, eyes and nose. You could put a dehumidifier in your room at night, drink plenty of fluids, reduce caffeine and gargle boiled cooled salted water.

sallylondon · 31/12/2023 11:01

over50andfab · 31/12/2023 10:55

Have you seen your GP? Persistent infection might need a better/different treatment or tests done.
Related to menopause we can experience drier mucosal membranes including throat, eyes and nose. You could put a dehumidifier in your room at night, drink plenty of fluids, reduce caffeine and gargle boiled cooled salted water.

Not a dehumidifier surely? That would make the air dryer.

over50andfab · 31/12/2023 11:07

sallylondon · 31/12/2023 11:01

Not a dehumidifier surely? That would make the air dryer.

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Whoops, sorry - humidifier

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Hibernating80 · 31/12/2023 17:25

Thank you. I've had some tests already. I don't drink much caffeine. I didn't know the link with the dryness.

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