what could cause a  month long sore throat with very few other symptoms?
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You could have an infection in the tube between your ear and throat.  I had exactly the same symptoms and was eating cough drops like crazy to soothe my throat.  I was at the doc's office for something else and mentioned it.  She looked in my ears, nose, throat and at the swollen node.  She swabbed my throat but it came back negative for strep.  But, she said my eardrum had some liquid behind it and thought it was an Eustachian tube infection.  Sometimes if you have post nasal drip from allergies you'll get a sore throat, but not the swollen gland behind the ear. She put me on a 7 day course of antibiotics and it all went away.
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It could be strep throat, sinus infection, tonsilitis, Get to the dr. & have them take a look & if you need treatment (anibiotics) they are the only ones that can prescribe that. Good Luck!
601011
It could be.  Could be from overuse, too.  You could also have an independent reason for the sore throat, such as strep throat or a viral infection.
618618
Cloraseptic Spray or Lozenges.  But you need to know why you have a sore throat.  If it persists for more than a few days you might want to have a doc check it out.\n\nSee the WebMD article\nhttp://www.webmd.com/hw/cold_and_flu/hw101028.asp
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A persistent sore throat requires medical treatment.  You may require an antibiotic.  See your doctor.
761785
you may have a infection not only in you throat maybe in you guts  you need some kind of  herbal tea there are some in organic store or natural store look for mouth & throat care herbal tea  kolorex is the brand... I hope that help you
479579
never heard of a throat tingle
176035
Schduele a appointment with the doctor they'll check it out..The signs are usually scratchy sore throat..and the effects can happen anytime.. i had it once.. but i got it from the schools water foutain..it was not fun i had to stay home from school...but the staying home part was fun =)
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It could be caused from many things..a cold, sinus problems, dry air, etc. One thing I do when I get a sore throat is sip some chamomile tea. It really helps! Otherwise, I would suggest taking some pain relievers and sucking on throat drops or just drinking anything warm in general. Hope my advice helps!
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Strep throat can go on indefinitely un less treated by a doctor. Usually, though it subsides with a week. strep throat can migrate to other parts of your body, and cause organs to be infected and shut down. It can migrate to the ears, and cause deafness. It can migrate to the heart and lungs causing pnemonia and heart defects. and yes, it can be passe on to other people, infact, you probably got it from someone else.  Don't pick at the sores in your throat, because they will infect the rest of your body. \nWash your hands EVERY time you use the washroom, even if its just to brush your hair. Wash your hands before you eat, or after you blow your nose. Get a new toothbrush when the infection is over, and throw out all tissues, prefurably in the toilet or fire. Don't shake hands with anyone who has a sore throat or cold. Keep your hands away from your nose and mouth, and eat and drink properly. thos will help you from spreading the disease, or catching another one.
920429
definitely strep throat, go to the dr for sure and he can put you on antibiotics and u should be feeling better in a week or so
541957
Make sure that the Sore throat is not caused by some other source than your usaul cough and flu.\n\n\n\nfor example make sure it is not a STD of some sort.\nYour Doctor is best to ask of course.
68000
Could be strep throat or just stress related. Take her to a practioner ASAP, as it also could be a serious earnose/throat infection.
114555
Maybe the stuff you were inhaling from the turtle tank gave you a sinus infection which is where the headache would come from - do you feel it on your temples, and pressure behind your eyes, nose, and bridge of nose?  The sore throat could also be from irritannts from the tank, or just part of the sinus infection... it sounds like you just have a regular cold though, and the turtle tank was just a coinincidents.  If it persists go to the doctor.  In the meantime just take it easy and drink lots of water.
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Streptococcal sore throat, also called strep throat, is an infection of the mucous membranes lining the pharynx. Strep throat is caused by bacteria. Sometimes the tonsils are also infected (tonsillitis). \n\nStrep throat accounts for between five and ten percent of all sore throats. Although anyone can get strep throat, it is most common in school age children. People who smoke, who are fatigued, run down, or who live in damp, crowded conditions are also more likely to become infected. Children under age two and adults who are not around children are less likely to get the disease. \n\nStrep throat occurs most frequently from November to April. \n\nHow is Strep Throat Transmitted?\n\nStrep Throat is transmitted directly from person to person by coughing, sneezing, and close contact. Very occasionally the disease is passed through food, when a food handler infected with strep throat accidentally contaminates food by coughing or sneezing. \n\nWhat causes Strep Throat?\n\nStrep Throat is caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria.
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yeah, I was gonna say salt water, hot as well. Yucky, I know. I also say listerine.sp. I know thats yucky too. But when I have a sore throat, I don't care... I just want to make it feel better. Actually, you might want to go see a doctor if you have insurance. Could have strep or somthing else??? Thats kind of a long time to be dealing with this. Also try motren....   :)   get better poor thing.
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What is strep throat?\nStrep throat is a bacterial infection of the tissues in the back of the throat and the tonsils. The tissues become irritated and inflamed, causing a sudden, severe sore throat.\n\nWhat causes strep throat?\nStrep throat is caused by streptococcal (strep) bacteria. There are many different strains of strep bacteria, some of which cause more serious illness than others. The type of strep that most commonly infects the throat is called group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus (GABS). Other types that can sometimes infect the throat are groups C and G strep bacteria.\n\nWhat are the symptoms?\nThe most common symptoms of strep throat are a sudden, severe sore throat; pain or difficulty swallowing; fever over 101 °F(38.3 °C); swollen tonsils and lymph nodes; and white or yellow spots on the back of a bright red throat. Strep infection may also cause a headache and abdominal pain. Less commonly, strep throat can cause a red skin rash, vomiting, loss of appetite, and a general feeling of discomfort or illness.\n\nThe incubation period—the period from when you are first exposed to the bacteria until you develop symptoms—is 2 to 5 days.\n\nYou are considered contagious (able to spread the infection to others) while you still have symptoms; you are usually no longer contagious within 24 to 48 hours after starting antibiotics. However, if you do not seek treatment for strep throat, you may continue to be contagious for 2 to 3 weeks even if your symptoms go away.\n\nIn general, sore throats are most often caused by a viral infection and not strep bacteria. Strep throat does not occur with coldlike symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, or a runny or stuffy nose. The more coldlike symptoms you have, the less likely it is that your sore throat is a strep infection.\n\nHow is strep throat diagnosed?\nStrep throat is diagnosed with a physical examination, medical history, and a rapid strep test. A throat culture is sometimes done to confirm the results of the rapid strep test.\n\nHow is it treated?\nStrep throat will go away in 3 to 7 days with or without treatment. However, strep throat is still treated with antibiotics even if they do not speed recovery. Antibiotics kill the strep bacteria, shorten the time you are contagious, and reduce the risk of complications, such as the infection spreading to other parts of your body. Antibiotics are effective in relieving symptoms of strep throat only if they are given within 48 to 72 hours after symptoms begin.1\n\nYour health professional also may also recommend nonprescription medications to relieve pain and discomfort and reduce fever caused by strep throat.