A member asked:

What to do if i have a cold (runny nose and congestion) but no sore throat. i don't smoke and never have. the spot doesn't itch or hurt. any idea what it could be?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Charles Hulsey answered

You are lucky : Very often symptoms like yours will result in a sore throat as the cold runs its course.

Answered 5/12/2014

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Dr. David Houghton answered

What spot?: Colds don't have to cause sore throat. What spot are you referring to?

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 1/3/2016

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A member asked:

What to do if i have a cold (runny nose and congestion) but no sore throat. i don't smoke and never have. the spot doesn't itch or hurt. any idea what it could be?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Charles Hulsey answered

Dr. David Houghton answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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