Many health issues can cause a chronic sore throat. This may include allergies, infections and underlying conditions. Identifying the cause is the first step toward receiving the proper treatment and avoiding any triggers.

Chronic throat pain often results from lingering infections, irritants or allergens in the air, or dry air conditions. People with allergies or asthma may be susceptible to these triggers (especially in winter).

In this article, we look at common reasons why a chronic sore throat develops and its treatments.

Smoking
Inhaling smoke irritates the sensitive tissues lining the throat. This irritation results from inhaling the hot, dry air and toxic chemicals in tobacco smoke. People who smoke regularly may experience a sore throat that might not go away.

Smoking also makes a person more susceptible to health conditions that can cause a sore throat, including a cold, the flu, and respiratory tract infections. This is because smoking weakens the functioning of the immune system.

Air Pollution
Smog and air pollution are common in larger cities and in areas near industrial factories or power plants. Breathing in smog or air pollution has similar health consequences to that of smoking tobacco. People who breathe in polluted air may experience symptoms such as:

- Pain in the Chest
- Sore Throat
- Coughing
- Asthmatic Symptoms

Allergies
Allergens are substances that cause an allergic reaction. Allergens can include foods, pollen, and chemicals in cleaning products or cosmetics. For example, people with seasonal allergies may notice lasting throat irritation especially when the pollen count is high.

Allergies can cause postnasal drip, which involves excess mucus draining down the back of the nasal passage into the throat. Postnasal drip can lead to a persistent, raw sore throat. Colds and the flu, reactions to medication, and certain weather conditions can also trigger postnasal drip. A person allergic to an airborne substance such as pollen, grass, or mildew may experience any of the following symptoms when exposed to the allergen:

- Itchy Eyes
- Runny Nose
- Coughing and Sneezing
- Watery Eyes
- Postnasal Drip

Viral and Bacterial Infections
A lingering cold or flu can cause pain in the throat for weeks after the main infection has begun to subside. Colds and the flu are caused by viruses, and viral infections are the most common cause of sore throats. Nutrition with ingredients like propolis, elderberry, zinc, clove oil and even vitamin C may help treat infections.

Treatment For Sore Throat
The following measures can often help to prevent a sore throat:

- Drink plenty of warm fluids, and avoid cold drinks
- Eat soft foods
- Avoid smoking and polluted places
- Gargle with a homemade mouthwash of warm salty water
- Use Regina's propolis spray - a natural spray for your throat health

At Regina Healthcare, we understand how a sore throat can be the beginning of multiple health problems. Our Royal Guard Propolis Spray is rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, B2, B3 and Biotin. It contains bioflavonoids, albumin, calcium, magnesium, potassium and phosphorus as well. This helps provide antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help fight against a chronic sore throat. To order our Royal Guard Propolis Spray and for more details on other honey nutrition products, you can visit our website.