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I have bumps in the back of my throat. it hurts to talk and to swallow. i don't know what it is. please help.

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See below: Things like that need to be examined during face-to-face visit. Contact your primary doctor to set up an appointment. Be well!

Answered 5/28/2016

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Virus: More than likely this is a viral infection and if the sore throat worsens and there is no sign of a head cold, the next step would be to have a throat culture to check for a strep infection which would need antibiotic treatment. In the meantime try soothing measures like gargles and lozenges before seeing your physician. The appearance of laryngitis would also suggest a viral infection.

Answered 7/21/2015

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