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What should gargling with salt water do for a sore throat?

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Sore throat: It has an antimicrobial effect & reduces inflammation.

Answered 12/19/2019

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A member asked:

What should gargling with salt water do for a sore throat?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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