Iodine Painting: A Natural Remedy for Sore Throat

Iodine for Sore Throats/Ear Aches. I'm trying this for the very first time. Let me add this word of caution: KEEP TOWELS HANDY! Wherever you normally sit - say, a couch or favorite easy chair - place towels where your wrists and hands would normally rest. This is especially important if, like me, you sweat profusely even when still. I also suggest wearing clothing that you won't mind possibly getting stained, as the iodine WILL get all over.

For younger children, try a spoonful of any kind of thick syrup. I remember when I was younger it worked every time in relieveing a sore throat, but doesn't work now. If you have kids with a sore throat, this might not be the best way to cure it, but it is the one your kids will probably like the most.

I believe it only works at the first signs of infections, is that correct? Also, whats the dosing? how often can you do this and with how much iodine? how much is too much?

Hi, I've being reading all the comments regarding Iodine. I have the swabs embedded in Iodine. I may sound a bit stupid when I ask if I could possibly apply directly inside where my throat hurts. I went to two different doctors, once each, they have told me that they don't know what is wrong. I'm going crazy trying to get rid of a burning sensation on the left side right at the end of my tang and the surrounding area. I remember that when I was little at the boarding school where I grew up, the nuns will rub Iodine directly into our throats with a swab. What I don't know is if it was a type of Iodine was designed for that purpose.

Can I use what I have? The information it has says for external use only. I'm willing to take a chance.

I'll appreciate any input. Thanks.

There's a post below yours that says this: "use the clear "decolorized" iodine, available at most drugstores"