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My throat has been scratchy for over a month and the only thing that helps are cough drops. why? i drink plenty of water and i don't think i'm sick.

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Could be: ...Post-viral, which can last weeks, or allergic. Should see your dr, as may benefit from steroid burst to shut down cough.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/8/2013

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A member asked:

My throat has been scratchy for over a month and the only thing that helps are cough drops. why? i drink plenty of water and i don't think i'm sick.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Alves answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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