Does asthma cause sore throat?

Honestly, yes! My throat feels like sandpaper after a night of wheezing and coughing. I just keep chewing on ginger lozenges to get through my college lectures.

Sore throat is very common because of constant coughing. Just gargle with warm water and salt twice a day; it is a very simple and free remedy that gives instant relief.

I used to panic thinking my sore throat was a new infection starting. Then I realized it was just irritation from coughing and my inhaler spray. Rinsing my mouth with warm water solved it completely, so don't worry!

Don't just start taking random herbal tonics or self-medicating for throat pain. If you use an inhaler, a sore throat could be a mild fungal issue from the medicine. Get your throat verified by a doctor.

Yes, mouth breathing during asthma and the dry powder from inhalers can irritate your throat. Try using a spacer with your inhaler if your doctor agrees, and always rinse and gargle after use.

I started using my asthma inhaler last week and my throat has been hurting since then. Is this normal or should I go back to the clinic to ask about it?

Constant throat irritation can be exhausting, just like managing my thyroid. Keep a regular follow-up with your specialist to make sure your inhaler technique is correct and not irritating your throat.