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Health Tip: What's Behind a Sore Throat?
(HealthDay News) -- A sore throat is among the most common medical maladies. But it shouldn't be ignored, since a sore throat could represent a harmless problem or a serious illness such as strep throat.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says possible causes of a sore throat include:
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A virus, such as the flu or common cold.
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A bacterial infection.
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An allergy.
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Dry air.
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Air pollution.
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Smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke.
