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My throat has been bugging me for the past week, and it hurts to swallow everything- even my saliva. what could be the problem?
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See a doc: This is likely an infection. See a dr for treatment.
Answered 3/15/2014
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Sore throat: Apparently you have some viral or bacterial infection or tonsillitis . Get yourself checked by your primary care dr. For the proper diagnosis.
Answered 8/25/2015
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