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Sore troath, severe nasal congestion since yesterday. i had a hard night. what seems to cause these and what can i do?

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Probable virus: Nasal congestion and sore throat together is most likely viral or allergic. Allergies tend to be seasonal at same time each year with sneezing, itchy eyes and nose. A strep or mono infection is usually sore throat alone and no nasal congestion. Caused by transfer of bug from hands to mouth. WASH HANDS a lot !

Answered 9/26/2014

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