Have a sore throat but only on one side Read about nine possible causes and how to treat them. Experiencing pain on just one side of your throat or ear can be uncomfortable A sore throat is a common symptom of various conditions, but some causes, such as swollen lymph nodes and direct injury, may only affect one side of the throat Some conditions are mild and resolve on their own, while others require medical attention A sore throat can cause general pain or only feel it on one side.
Sometimes your throat hurts on just one side—simply because the inflammation is affecting just one area Common causes include infection, tonsil stones, nasal issues, acid reflux, and throat injury.
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