Ear, Nose And Throat / Question
Published: September 30, 2003
Dear TeenHealthFX,
I have a very sore throat and I just wanted to know if it was from like kissing or from smoking marijuana. I just started smoking, so I wasn't sure if that could have cause a sore throat.
Signed: Sore Throat From Kissing or Marijuana?
Dear Sore Throat From Kissing or Marijuana?,
See your doctor to have him or her evaluate your sore throat and discuss treatment options with you. If you do not have a doctor and live in northern
Unfortunately, TeenHealthFX cannot diagnose you over the Internet but the following may help you uncover the cause of your sore throat.
A sore throat could be due to many things. First, your sore throat could be related to kissing if your partner has or is recently recovering from a sore throat, infection or virus. Kissing can easily spread germs and bacteria from one person to another. Sore throats are also the first indicators of colds and allergies as well.
Although TeenHealthFX cannot say for sure, it may be very likely that your sore throat is due to your recent marijuana usage. Smoking any substance can irritate your throat as well as lungs. A sore throat may only be the beginnings of the side effects you will experience if you continue to smoke marijuana. Do you body a favor and stop right away! Check out these questions on marijuana for more information on side effects and reasons to quit - High Times, and Marijuana's Permanent Side Effects.
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