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My throat has been swollen and tight for over a week. it is not sore but feels very swollen. could it be strep despite the lack of soreness? help!

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Dr. Doyle Huey answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Swollen throat: It is possible but you would worry that it could be something else. For example, could be viral, lymph nodes, or thyroid and it needs further evaluation.

Dr Iwata and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/24/2016

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A member asked:

My throat has been swollen and tight for over a week. it is not sore but feels very swollen. could it be strep despite the lack of soreness? help!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Doyle Huey answered

Dr Iwata and another doctor agreed

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