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As a bit of background, i work in a call centre, so my voice is how i make a living.
Over the past couple of days (at home and working) my throat has been incredibly dry and painful. I planned to see how i went this morning, taking the day off if my throat didn't get any better. After a morning of rest, I feel much better. But I'm not sure if that's just because I haven't spoke with anyone yet today.
I've attempted to see a doctor, but most around here have a 2 week waiting list for an appointment.
In short i'm not sure if i should continue to rest my throat and miss a day of work, or to go in and possibly make my throat worse possibly missing multiple days over the weekend.
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Take a day off, get some lozanges and drink plenty of fluid.
Sounds like youre straining your vocal cords.
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>>17838327
Probably a minor throat infection that is worsened by talking all day.
Over the counter medicine + rest. If no improvement after a week, make an appointment. Not much you can do.
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>>17838349
>>17838361
Cheers anons.
I'll get some rest and hopefully it'll be fixed by tomorrow.
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>>17838327
If it's winter where you are, chances are you've been living in a closed, heated environment - which means dry air. Do something to introduce moisture in the air, especially as you sleep - humidifier, slightly open window, even a wet towel on the radiator.
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>>17838413
>wet towel on the radiator
Never thought of that one. But heated defiantly not, not on my wages.
Probably the cause of the problem to be honest.
i'll try a damp cloth on a hot water bottle outside the bed though, may help a bit.
Cheers for the advice
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