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Swollen glands and tonsils, ear and neck pain. what does this sound like?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Tonsillitis : Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils. Signs and symptoms of tonsillitis include swollen tonsils, sore throat, difficulty swallowing and tender lymph nodes on the sides of the neck (neck pain). See your pcp for examination and treatment.

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Answered 12/11/2013

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