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A member asked:

I have a sore troath since monday, but luckly not bad enough to lose my voice. it's a bit brothering... how to cure it? thanks.

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Sore throat: You can gargle with warm salt water. 2 to 3 tap salt to one quart of water. Take Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin for the pain. If this does not work then see your family doctor for Flonase nasal spray for the post nasal drip. Hope you feel better!

Answered 9/11/2014

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