I'm now dealing with a very sore throat. It's been just over a week and it's not getting better. Really, really sore. Hurts constantly~ Doctor said I need to rest...so I've been trying to rest. With two monkeys! UPDATE 10/29: Went to the doctor. It's not strep throat. They told me to "keep on keeping on". Salt (and Coke) gargles, honey/ginger teas (will look for Manuka, Yulong), and rest. It's ten days now...very frustrating. Ibuprofen does nothing for the pain, so I'll try acetaminophen. It's the pain that is most stressful. Stay healthy--talk to you soon. Wake me when October ends. CS