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Allergy or a cold? i started with only a sore throat 1st few 2 days, then that ended and i developed a runny nose that gradually worsened in few days

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May be allergy: These symptoms can begin as a viral syndrome. If persistent over 7-10 need to be checked by an otolaryngologist.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/24/2014

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