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Please answer! what makes a sore throat worse?
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Don't Gargle: Gargling makes it worse. Very hot drinks swell the tissues, making more pain. Not drinking enough fluids - your urine should turn light.
Answered 3/5/2014
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Alcohol,smoking: alcohol, smoking, acid foods. Reduce intake of hot foods.
Answered 11/23/2015
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