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I keep getting a sore throat and a cough after i have sugary drinks or chocolate. what could this be?

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Dr. Vicken Poochikian answered

Interesting: It may be some allergy to those . Try to stop sweet drinks and chocolate for few weeks, if cough and sore throat stops completely , then it proves you are allergic to these foods.

Answered 10/2/2015

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A member asked:

I keep getting a sore throat and a cough after i have sugary drinks or chocolate. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vicken Poochikian answered

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