STEP 1 Boost immune system 增强免疫力

Boost your immune system with vitamin C and zinc lozenges to help fight infection in your throat and reclaim your voice.

Eat something before taking zinc as it can cause nausea when taken on an empty stomach.

STEP 2 Rest your voice 少说话

Rest your voice and avoid speaking and breathing in any harsh containments, such as smoke, especially if you're sick.

Avoid whispering as it strains the vocal chords almost as much as shouting.

STEP 3 Drink lots of fluids 多喝水等

Drink lots of fluids, preferably water, to stay hydrated. Try lemon or ginger tea with honey, which is naturally antibacterial.

STEP 4 Skip certain foods 忌吃一些食物

Skip fatty, salty, and spicy foods as well as chocolate and alcohol as these can irritate your throat and lead to acid reflux and cause laryngitis.

STEP 5 Take hot shower 洗热水澡

Take a hot shower to soothe the inflammation with some steam, or lay over a bowl of steaming water with a towel placed over your head.

STEP 6 See a doctor 看医生

See a doctor if the symptoms or pain worsen, or if your voice doesn't return within a few weeks.

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