Therapy
Hoarseness usually occurs suddenly and without warning. Since communication in everyday working life is particularly restricted by suddenly occurring hoarseness, many affected people ask themselves what can be done about the symptoms (what helps against hoarseness?). In many cases, simple household remedies can already help to quickly and effectively combat hoarseness.
In addition, the external supply of heat is something that affected persons can do against acute hoarseness. In this context, the application of a scarf or potato wrap can help to positively influence the healing process. In addition, warm food and drinks, such as soups or tea, have a calming effect on the irritated vocal folds.
Warm chicken soup is also said to have an anti-inflammatory effect and thus contribute to faster healing of the inflammatory processes in the area of the larynx, the vocal chords and/or the throat. In addition, the temporary avoidance of irritants such as tobacco, alcohol and hot spices is something that helps against acute hoarseness. In cases of pronounced discomfort and/or hoarseness associated with severe sore throats, moist air and essential oils are among the most popular treatment methods.
In the case of pronounced hoarseness, sufficient air humidification should always be ensured. Dry air can worsen the symptoms and negatively affect the healing process. Affected persons can hang damp towels in the room or place them on the heater and thus increase the humidity.
In addition, essential oils, especially peppermint, thyme and lavender, are something that actually helps against acute hoarseness. Furthermore, Vicks Vaporub® Cold Ointment is available without a prescription from the pharmacy, which, when used inhaled, can help to alleviate hoarseness. Hoarseness responds well to homeopathic treatments and medication.
