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What to do if i cannot swallow - throat too inflamed and sore! + flu !help!?
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Swelling?: Consider medical intervention. Sometimes steroids are prescribed if there is massive swelling. Sometimes an oral swish/ cocktail can be prescribed to reduce pain from inflammation.
Answered 11/16/2014
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