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A member asked:
I woke up with a random sore throat that has persisted for two days. will it get worse if i take cold showers?
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No but why do it?: You probably have a viral pharyngitis. A cold shower won't make it worse but it will certainly not help. Unless you live in a very warm tropical climate why not take a warm shower?
Answered 10/19/2016
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