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A member asked:

My throat is very sore. it hurts to swallow and i feel like a have a big lump in my throat. can you help please? thanks.

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Try: Salt water gargles . Sucking on ice cubes. A table spoon of Honey. Hot Tea. Popsicle sticks, ice cream. Over the counter Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen. If no better see your doctor. You could have strep throat or Mono virus.

Dr Patel agreed

Answered 9/16/2014

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