Why do I keep getting a sore throat?
Many people have sore throats that go and come back, and they’re not simply a nuisance – they’re painful, exhausting and can sometimes point to an underlying condition.
Many people have sore throats that go and come back, and they’re not simply a nuisance – they’re painful, exhausting and can sometimes point to an underlying condition.
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When you swallow with a sore throat, it can sometimes feel like there’s something obstructing your throat or like it’s unusually dry. It might even seem as if there’s a lump you can’t quite clear.
A sore throat, also known as pharyngitis, is discomfort, scratchiness or pain in the throat often worsened by swallowing. It can stem from viral or bacterial infections, allergies and other irritants.
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