Causes of adult throat infections

A sore throat means that your throat hurts. It feels irritated or scratchy. You may feel mild discomfort or a burning pain. A sore throat may feel worse when you swallow.

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Sore throats are very common and usually nothing to worry about. They normally get better within a week. The cause of a sore throat isn't always obvious. These conditions are more serious and should be seen by a doctor as soon as possible see below. A sore throat is often just one symptom of a bacterial or viral infection, such as the common cold.

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