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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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Dr. Michael Ein answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

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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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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Dr. Michael Ein answered

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