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Sore throat can be caused by dryness, irritants, viral or bacterial infections. A sore throat may be the first symptom of a cold. It starts with irritation, gets gradually more painful and goes away in just a few days. This type of throat pain can be self-treated.

If you are constipated, your stool is hard and more difficult to pass. Stools from someone who is constipated can range from corn on the cob to shooting marbles. Straining and effort is required, or it just takes a long time.