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Understanding Sore Throat and Cold: Causes & When to Worry
Sore throat often accompanies colds (runny nose, sneezing, congestion, cough, fatigue). It can also signal more serious conditions:
- Strep throat
- Influenza (flu)
- Mononucleosis
- Bacterial tonsillitis
- Laryngitis
- Epiglottitis
- Peritonsillar abscess
See a doctor if sore throat is severe or doesn't improve within a few days.
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