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I have a sore throat, hurts to swallow - no fever, achiness, or headache. my nose is also very dry and hurts as well.

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Common cold?: Sounds like you have a common cold with pharyngitis. No big deal if no high fever or other serious symptoms.

Answered 12/23/2015

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A member asked:

I have a sore throat, hurts to swallow - no fever, achiness, or headache. my nose is also very dry and hurts as well.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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