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A member asked:
How do i get rid of huge cancker sores on my tonsils? they are getting bigger and hurt very bad. i am gargling with salt water and etc* but no results
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See an oral surgeon: Seek help from an oral surgeon to make sure you are dealing with a canker sore and not something more serious. He or she will be able to help you.
Answered 7/9/2014
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