Why does my throat burn for hours after taking an oregano oil capsule?
1. Introduction A persistent burning sensation in the throat after taking an oregano oil capsule results from the direct chemical irritation of the delicate pharyngeal mucosa by highly volatile phenolic compounds, specifically carvacrol and thymol. If a softgel capsule dissolves prematurely in the esophagus or if the concentrated oil refluxes upward from the stomach, these … Read more