A 39-year-old female asked:

I developed pink eye. then my throat started to feel swollen. i can't swallow. do you think the two are related?

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Dr. Robert Killiananswered

General Practice 30 years experience

Flu Season: In most cased pink eye is found during or after a viral illness. So, yes, these are often related and happen at the same time.

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Dr. Oscar Novickanswered

Pediatrics 60 years experience

Relationship: The same bug that is causing your pink eye can also cause your sore throat. The source of both infections can be your nose.

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Dr. Michael Ham commented

Ophthalmology 29 years experience

most likely viral, not a "bug"

Dec 16, 2013

Dr. Michael Hamanswered

Ophthalmology 29 years experience

Yes: You have a viral syndrome (viral infection). Causing swollen throat and conjunctivitis, pink eye. Hydrate with fluids, decongestants, salt water gargles, rest. See your pcp if conditions worsen or you get a productive cough or sinus problems.

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Dr. Stuart Hickersonanswered

Family Medicine 34 years experience

I sure do: The most common cause of "pink eye" is adenovirus. This can also cause a sore throat.

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