Hi. Is it very natural to use "then" here? And is the comma before it needed?
But if you're fine, then why are you still in the hospital?
But if you're fine, why are you still in the hospital?
anonymous Is it very natural to use "then" here? Yes. It is natural with and without.
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anonymousIs it very natural to use "then" here?
Yes. It is natural with and without.
anonymousAnd is the comma before it needed?
If "then" is included then the comma is optional. It is the author's choice. Without "then", I would recommend including the comma.