Medical defines the minor illness as those conditions or clinical problems that are uncomplicated, and one can treat them on his own. However, they are important and must not be ignored. Let’s have a look at the most common minor illnesses;
Sore throats: Some viral infections and the sufferer mainly cause a sore throat feels pain and irritation in the throat when he swallows something. It lasts for three to ten days and resolves on its own most of the time.
Cough, cold, and flu: These are the respiratory illnesses that are again caused by different viruses. These conditions last for a week or ten days. You can use honey, cough drops, cough medicines, decongestant, or breath in the steam to relieve the symptoms.
Constipation: If you experience infrequent bowel movements or difficulty in passing your stool, you are experiencing constipation. It may last for a few weeks. You can treat constipation naturally by consuming more fiber, drinking plenty of water, taking probiotic supplements, or even exercising more.
Indigestion: Ingestion is the persistent pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen and chest also. The symptoms of ingestion are feeling bloated or full, nausea, and belching. To avoid ingestion, you must avoid eating spicy foods, alcohol, if you smoke, then it is better to quit this habit or avoid late-night munching’s or drinking the beverages during the meals. Lemon water, chamomile tea, and apple cider vinegar truly help in relieving the symptoms of ingestion.
Diarrhea and vomiting: Diarrhea accompanied by vomiting occurs, when a certain virus infects the intestines. When you have diarrhea, try to drink plenty of fluids, avoid fried foods rather than consume bland foods, eat in the small portion size, and avoid alcohol and caffeine as well. Doctors usually recommend the BRAT diet that is Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and a Toast, to help alleviate diarrhea.