You might have throat ulce­rs if swallowing or talking causes pain and it feels like­ there are sore­s. These ulcers can occur due­ to infections, acid reflux, or certain me­dications. Avoiding spicy, acidic foods and drinks is crucial for healing. Gargling with warm salt water can provide re­lief. Staying hydrated and consuming soft, easy-to-swallow foods aids re­covery. However, if the­ discomfort persists, over-the-counte­r pain medication may be nece­ssary.

Your grandfather is likely experiencing throat congestion, which is common among stroke people. This could be caused by the fact that after a stroke, a person may have difficulty swallowing. When we swallow, the cough should come out of the mouth. Be sure to hydrate him by drinking lots of fluids. A speech therapist who can teach exercises to improve swallowing and coughing should be seen. Apart from that, he will also be able to make the cough from his throat disappear.

Dry throat is a condition that can be caused by several factors such as dehydration, infections, or even side effects of medications. You should be glad to know that your proactive approach has already been able to help you. To alleviate your dry throat try drinking more water, using humidifiers, and sucking on lozenges. If still the dryness persists, think of going back to your doctor for further assessment.

You can relax, getting a little scratch on your hand from a trimmer at the hairdresser's doesn't make you prone to falling ill with HIV. HIV doesn't transfer itself through minor bruises, though. Keep it dry and worry about any visible symptoms that could manifest, e.g., redness, swelling, or pain. In case it does not improve or if you feel concerned, you can also make an appointment with a doctor s you can get a peace of mind. 

You are de­aling with problems in your left ear. That's good you're­ asking for help. A faster heartbe­at during surgery can be scary. It may be from stre­ss or another issue. Your ear hole­ could hurt. Getting a brain MRI is smart to see what's going on inside­ your head. The MRI gives picture­s to figure out the problem. Be­ sure to talk to your doctor about the results and what to do ne­xt.