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What do you suggest if my throat really hurts but no swollen glands?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

It may be a viral : Tylenol, (acetaminophen) salt water gargles and hot liquids give symptom relief. If you have a fever over 101 or white patches on your tonsils you may need a throat culture (rapid strep test) or a blood test for MONO

Answered 4/24/2015

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Has it settled?: The sore throat should settle down in 5-7 days. If it does not, then go see your primary care of a ENT specialist.

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 11/24/2014

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