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I've had a sore throat and still have a chesty cough and it now feels like something is stuck or scratched my throat, what could it be?

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Dr. Devin Cunning answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Infection: This may represent a virus, a bacteria or tonsillar debris. Warm saline gargles, increase water intake, rest, OTC cold preparations may help. Persistent symptoms necessitate a physician visit.

Answered 2/21/2015

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