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How long after a viral throat infection will your throat start to look normal again and not red and white. the soreness is gone.
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2-3 weeks: Post viral cough and viral throat infections can last up to 2-3 weeks. If it persists, go see your doctor for a throat culture.
Answered 3/26/2013
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