A sore throat (pharyngitis) caused by a viral infection, such as a cold or the flu, typically lasts up to a week. Meanwhile, sore throats due to bacterial infections can persist for up to 10 days with ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." THE THROAT—TECHNICALLY the pharynx—is the piping that starts behind your nose and runs behind your mouth, ...

Clearing one’s throat is a common reflex to remove mucus and irritants — particularly during allergy season. But for some, it can become a habit that's hard to break, which can lead to stress and ...

Sore throat is common in the rainy season due to cold and flu, but sometimes what we feel is a normal sore throat can be inflammation of tonsils. Understand the difference between sore throat and ...

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