2. What is a sore throat?
A sore throat can be the first sign of a cold, a side
effect of strained vocal cords, or an indication of
something more serious (like strep throat).
3. WHAT CAUSES SORE THROAT!
Sore throats are caused by a minor illness and go away
without medical treatment. Viral infections.
Many sore throats are caused by a viral illness, such as:
The common cold, the most common type of viral
infection.