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What can i drink if i have sore throat?

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Whatever is helpful: Some people's throats feel better after sipping warm drinks, while other people feel better after sipping cold drinks. There are no rules on what one can drink if one has a sore throat, but tart (sour) drinks might make a sore throat worse.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/1/2017

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Gargle : With warm salt water. This does the trick every time.

Answered 5/14/2017

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