So, when I get a sore throat, even water at room temperature hurts me when drinking it, but warm fluids like tea or just warm water bring relief and let me swallow without pain – why is that so? Is it something similar to how a sunburn makes certain water temperatures on the skin hurtful?
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Cold liquids can bug your throat because they tighten blood vessels, increasing muscle tension. In contrast, warm liquids relax throat muscles, reduce tension, and boost blood flow, acting as a soothing effect for an inflamed throat.
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