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A member asked:

I've woken up with a soar throat and runny nose. what precautions should i take early to control the infection?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Upper resp infxn: Salt water washes can help. Adding a multivitamin geared to men your age. Keeping a good diet.

Dr Mumneh agreed

Answered 4/13/2013

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Get tested: Get checked out by your doctor to rule out strep throat. He will tell you what to do next.

Dr Mutnick and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2013

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