What should I do for a sore throat?

When experiencing a sore throat, the following measures can help alleviate symptoms: 1. Rest and Diet: Ensure adequate sleep and avoid overexertion. Maintain a light diet, drink plenty of water, and avoid spicy, irritating foods, as well as smoking and alcohol consumption. 2. Medication: If the sore throat is caused by a bacterial infection, antibiotics such as cephalosporins or amoxicillin may be taken under medical guidance. For inflammation caused by a viral cold, oral Chinese patent medicines such as Pudi Lan Anti-inflammatory Oral Liquid can be used, along with increased water intake. Other Chinese medicines with heat-clearing, detoxifying, and throat-soothing effects, such as Lan Qin Oral Liquid, or throat lozenges like Jin Sheng Zi Hou Bao, may also be used. 3. Local Treatment: Nebulization inhalation therapy can be employed to deliver anti-inflammatory and decongestant medications directly to the throat area, providing rapid pain relief. If the sore throat is severe and affects swallowing, prompt medical consultation and examination are recommended.