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The left side of my throat is swollen and it's hard to breathe and swallow and it's very painful! any concerns? i got my tonsils out years ago.asthma

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Dr. Michael Rupp answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Many possibilities: It could be a viral infection, allergies with severe post nasal drip, or a more severe infection like a para pharyngeal abscess. See your doctor right away.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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