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Medical Conditions - Saline Gargling

Saline gargling is the most used home remedy for sore throat, cold, cough, sinus infection, allergies, mononucleosis, and gingivitis. Salt is known to draw water from the cells and prevents microorganism from re-entering the cells, thus treating mild inflammation. To make saline water at home, mix 1/4th or 1/2 teaspoon of salt in 8 ounces of water.

All saline gargling Q&A

Why is my gum inflammation still there after cleaning?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Use warm saline gargling daily at least 2 or 3 times for two weeks.

What is the cause for having a cyst on the gums of teeth?

Hello Cysts or swelling on gums could be 1. Gum abscess 2. Tooth abscess 3. Gingivitis 4. Accidental toothbrush injury/food debris lodgement 5.

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My teeth are wearing away, and roots are exposed. What do I do?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The scraping done to the inside area of the lower front teeth is necessary to remove calculus deposited at the site. This procedure is called the dental scaling.

How can I get my gum swelling and bleeding treated?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The photos sent are not clear enough to give an exact diagnosis (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

I have throat pain. What do I do?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Start tabletAzithromycin 500mg once a day for three days after meals. Take tablet Paracetamol 500mg thrice daily for the pain relief. Drink plenty of water.

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How does salt water gargling cure tonsillitis? How Vaporizer and Medicated Inhalant helps?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Air humidifiers are of various types and not all of them are useful for someone suffering from tonsillitis.

I have throat pain and an inability to shout. Could this be due to my thyroid issues?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned, it is not clear if you are already taking any medications for hypothyroidism or not.

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Both my ears are blocked.I have been suffering a hearing problem too.Please help.

HiWelcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern, and most likely you are suffering from eustachian tube catarrh. This is a clinical condition arises due to eustachian tube dysfunction.

Should I be concerned about blood in sputum?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. With the details you have provided I strongly suspect that you are suffering from an acute upper respiratory tract infection.

Can pericoronitis cause pain and limit mouth opening?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Wisdom tooth starts erupting between 18 to 21 years of age.

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