@columbidae@cybre.space oh man i've been there done that a lot, it sucks :<

sucrets help a lot, as do those sprays that numb the back of your throat, though they're sadly very temporary

my usual go-to is milkshakes - drinking something thick and really cold helps the inflammation a lot! milk also kinda clings so the cold 'stays'.

honestly - taking some anti-inflammatories and strapping a coldpack to your neck might help too!