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Hello, i've had a sore throat and cough for about three days now but this morning i woke up with the pain only in my left tonsil. i'm still coughing?

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Upper respiratory: tract infection. See your doctor for rapid strep test. In the mean time do salt water gargle.

Answered 4/3/2020

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tonsillitis: The cough is the last symptom to leave and can linger. If you have had a sore throat for three days, it is probably a good idea to have a strep test. Sometimes, one tonsil can be more inflamed than the other.

Answered 9/9/2014

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