Worst Symptom

So the worst part of being sick isn't the dull headache, the sneezing, or even the stuffed-up nose. The worst part is the burning in my throat. It hurts so bad. It hurts to talk. It hurts to breathe. It hurts to eat. It hurts to drink. It hurts to swallow. Nothing is helping. Cough drops were a no go; they just left a bitter-icky taste in my mouth. Sore throat spray didn't work; it numbed it for about two seconds before going back to burning. Regular water definitely didn't work; it did nothing but irritate it more. Gargling saltwater is the only thing that has come even close to soothing my poor throat, but that didn't last long either. When will it ever end?