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sore throat
noun
Pathology.
- a painful or sensitive condition of the throat exaggerated by swallowing or talking, usually caused by bacteria or viruses; laryngitis; pharyngitis; tonsillitis.
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51Թ History and Origins
Origin of sore throat1
First recorded in 1680–90
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There are not yet readily available tests for the general public to distinguish between regular influenza and bird flu, which may share common symptoms like fever, cough and sore throat.
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Others complained of sore throats and breathing problems.
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It can also include a change in your voice such as sounding hoarse and a persistent sore throat.
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Some chicken soup and about five hours of sleep did wonders for his sore throat.
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Mia started complaining of a sore throat on 5 December and her parents took her to see a doctor three days later when she developed a temperature and severe headache.
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