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Sore throat for 2 weeks it went away for 4 days and now i can feel it coming back. should i be worried? can it be something serious? cancer maybe?

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Dr. Eric Chevlen answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Oncology

Not likely serious: While it CAN be something serious, sore throats are usually not bad problems. A throat culture can help distinguish strep throat and some sexually transmitted diseases from viral sore throat.

Dr Smith and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Lonnie Smith answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Get Checked: It most likely is not cancer, but if you think it is coming back have your throat checked by your physician. You just may need to be treated.

Dr Eastburn agreed

Answered 5/21/2016

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