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Mononucleosis Home Care: Sore Throat In Adults

Home care for a sore throat in an adult with mononucleosis includes:

Avoid alcohol.
Avoid citrus juice.
Avoid hot and spicy foods.
Do not smoke and avoid exposure to secondary smoke.
Drink plenty of fluids.
Get plenty of rest.
Numb the throat pain with throat spray or lozenges.
Perform warm salt water gargles several times a day. Mix 1/2 teaspoon (92.5 ml) salt per cup (240 cc) of water.
Place a vaporizer or nebulizer in the bedroom at night.
Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain.

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Last Updated: Nov 7, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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