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These are the common symptoms that cause viruses and lead to sore throats

1. Headaches

2. Not washing hands when you are eating

3. Fever

4. Unhealthy diet

5. Lack of water

6. Catching a cold or flu

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The Streptococcus bacterium causes strep throat.

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