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I've had a sore throat for 5 days, got worse early & has remained the same. strep assay neg. have a yellow tongue, bad breath, swollen throat. virus?
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Yes: It is probably viral. Give it some time.
Answered 11/17/2013
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Go to ENT: There are 2 possibilities- post nasal drip or GI issues. Check with your md and/or ent.
Answered 10/20/2015
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