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How to Distinguish Between a Sore and Strep Throat
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Watch this slideshow and explore the types and causes of a sore throat and learn how to distinguish between sore and strep throat. You'll also find out how to get relief from symptoms such as that raw, scratchy feeling.

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Aches? Pain? Fever? This Cold & Flu Quiz tests your knowledge on the difference between coming down with the common cold and sickness from the flu (influenza virus).

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Sore Throat (Pharyngitis)

Most sore throats are caused by viruses or mechanical causes and can be treated successfully at home. If a person has a sore throat with a rapid onset, fever, tenderness of the front of the neck, difficulty swallowing or breathing; or if a sore throat lasts for more than a week, see a doctor.

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Strep Throat

Strep throat is a contagious infection with symptoms like fever, nasal drainage, sore throat, swollen glands, difficulty swallowing, irritability. Causes and treatments are discussed in the information.

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Sinusitis

Watch this slideshow to learn what sinusitis is, how you get it and how it's treated.

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Cold & Flu Remedies

Can using a neti pot relieve the sinus pain and congestion associated with cold and flu? Does echinacea shorten the duration of a cold? Watch this slideshow and see which natural cold and flu remedies work.

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