Frequent and recurrent sore throats are common, especially in children between the ages of 5 and 10.
Sore throats can be caused by either viruses or bacteria. The majority of sore throats are caused by viruses; therefore, treating all sore throats with antibiotics (which can't cure viruses) is pointless and may suppress the body’s natural defence mechanisms.
Strep throat is a primary concern because it can occasionally lead to rheumatic fever. Strep throat often presents with a fever (greater than 101 degrees Fahrenheit), white draining patches on the throat, and swollen or tender lymph glands in the neck, along with headache and stomach pain in children. Rheumatic fever is very rare in children under 3 and in adults.
Strep throat is very common in children under 3 years old and is much less common in adults. Strep throat is not likely if the sore throat is a minor part of a typical cold (with runny nose, stuffy ears, cough, and similar symptoms).

Time is an important healer for sore throat pain. If the sore throat is caused by a virus, it will clear up on its own. The use of homeopathic remedies in this software can help reduce discomfort and shorten the duration of sore throats.

The bacteria living on your toothbrush may be a source of infection! A toothbrush takes only 17-35 days of use to potentially become infected. So if recurrent sore throats are a problem change your toothbrush every fortnight.

Sage tea with a good dash of cinnamon can be taken 3 times a day– also use this as a gargle.

Consider adding a pint of white vinegar to a quart of boiling water and use as an inhalation.

Seek the advice of your health care provider if :

- there is severe difficulty in swallowing, difficulty in breathing, or excessive drooling in a young child.
- there is a temperature of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or greater.
- there are tender or swollen lymph glands in the neck.
- there is pus in the back of the throat.
- there is a fever, a red rash that feels rough, and increased redness in the skin folds.