As a rule the gargles do not aid in the cure of the disease, though they contribute to the comfort of the patient. |
For fall of the uvula he suggests gargles, but when these fail he advises resection and cauterization. |
Some remedies may be applied directly to the throat by gargles, and to the nose and throat by sprays. |
I give them general advice on how to manage it, you know painkillers and gargles, and then I'll explain it'll cure itself. |
Antibiotics are useless and proprietary antiseptic gargles and lozenges if used in excess are likely to further aggravate the throat. |
Massage oils, poultices, steam inhalations, sitz, hand, body and foot baths, gargles and room sprays are the most common methods of administration. |