Sore Throat

A sore throat is pain, scratchiness, or irritation of the throat that often worsens when swallowing. The most common cause is a viral infection such as a cold or flu, though bacterial infections like

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Overview

A sore throat is pain, scratchiness, or irritation of the throat that often worsens when swallowing. The most common cause is a viral infection such as a cold or flu, though bacterial infections like strep throat require antibiotic treatment. Most sore throats resolve on their own within a week.

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Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — cdc.gov
  4. MedlinePlus — medlineplus.gov
  5. Cleveland Clinic — my.clevelandclinic.org
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