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Sore Throat Definition
Common names:
  • Pain in the Throat
  • Painful Throat
  • Sore Throat
  • Throat Hurts
  • Throat Pain
  • Throat Soreness
A person with a sore throat has irritation or inflammation of the throat that causes pain. Viral infections are the most common cause of sore throat. Images
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Last Updated: Aug 5, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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