Almost every person from time to time experiences such an unpleasant symptom as irritation in the throat (itching). The reasons for its occurrence are very diverse, below are the most common of them, writes health info with reference to apteka. Ua.

Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) is the most common cause of itching in the throat. This disease develops when the body recognizes as a whole harmless objects or substances as a threat and produces histamine in large quantities. Common allergens: pollen, dust, cigarette smoke and car exhausts. Also, an allergic reaction can develop in response to ingestion of food allergens or certain drugs. Usually the development of an allergic response takes from several minutes to several hours.

Itching in the throat caused by allergic rhinitis can be accompanied by stuffy and nasal discharge, high pressure in the paranasal sinuses, irritation of the eyes and skin, sneezing, fatigue, swelling and reddening of the eyes, lacrimation. If the itching in the throat arises from food or drug allergies, it can be accompanied by symptoms such as rashes, redness of the skin around the eyes, eye irritation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, swelling of the lips, tongue and throat, shortness of breath And swallowing, changing blood pressure and losing consciousness.

Angina or other bacterial infections can also cause itching in the throat, which gives way to pain. Irritation in the throat can accompany colds and flu. In case of a cold, the itching in the throat turns into mild pain, and in case of flu, the pain can be severe and accompanied by high body temperature, muscle pain and chest discomfort.

If the itching in the throat is caused by an acute infectious disease, it is often short-lived and is accompanied by high body temperature, swelling of the glands, muscle pain, weakness, headache, coughing and nasal congestion.

Dehydration (insufficient water content in the body) can cause dry mouth - a temporary condition in which the oral cavity is not enough saliva. Such a violation often occurs in hot weather, after intense physical exertion and during certain diseases. If the itching in the throat is caused by dehydration, it can be accompanied by thirst, dry mouth and darkening of the urine.

Some people with chronic acid reflux, also known as heartburn, may have trouble with the throat. Acid reflux is the ingestion of acidic stomach contents into the esophagus. In some cases, a person can develop an asymptomatic reflux, the main symptom of which is chronic irritation in the throat.

If the itching in the throat is caused by heartburn, it is usually accompanied by symptoms such as difficulty in swallowing, burning sensation in the chest or throat, inflammation of the larynx, damage to the tooth enamel, inflammation of the gums and unpleasant taste in the mouth.

Some medicines to lower blood pressure can cause dry mouth and itching in the throat, not associated with allergic reactions.

The choice of a means to combat irritation in the throat depends on the cause of the onset of the symptom. In most cases, such are useful: a spoonful of honey to envelop the throat, rinsing with salt water, cough drops, nose spray, hot tea with lemon and honey.

To prevent irritation in the throat, you can take several steps, for example, stop smoking, drink plenty of water, avoid caffeine and alcohol and wash your hands often during the cold season.

If the itching in the throat persists for 10 days, increases and does not respond to treatment at home, you should seek medical help. If irritation in the throat is combined with some symptoms, seek medical help immediately. These include: difficulty breathing and swallowing, airway obstruction, rashes on the skin, face swelling, severe sore throat and high body temperature.

Healthinfo. Ua.

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