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I have a sore throat for 3 weeks now, my tongue is really sore & i have really bad earaches & i'm finding it hard to swallow. could this be strep thro?

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Dr. Gehrig Harris answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Sore throat: A sore throat for 3 weeks is not typical, but it could be strep throat. You included the history that you're a smoker so the best thing that you could do for yourself is to stop smoking and see your doctor soon. Your sore throat could be caused by a viral infection or cancer but only your doctor can tell the difference. Good luck.

Answered 7/28/2014

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