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Throat pain is any tenderness or discomfort in the throat. This may be caused by bacterial or viral infections, or any kind of damage to the tissue of the throat.

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35 year experience in Pediatrics

How long it usually lasts:

Short-term (lasts days to weeks)

How common it is:

Very common

Body locations

Neck (front)

Is Symptom of

Pharyngitis
Condition
Hay fever
Allergy
Upper respiratory infection
Condition
Common cold
Condition
Allergic conjunctivitis
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Is a Side Effect of

Zetonna
Fluticasone
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