
(HealthDay News) -- The arrival of colder weather typically invites a spike in sore throats.
While uncomfortable, a normal sore throat can be treated at home with rest and plenty of fluids. In more serious cases, a bacteria or virus can trigger a sore throat, which may require a doctor's care.
The American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery suggests how to help prevent a typical sore throat:
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