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A member asked:

Been having throat ache for a while n everytime i swallow it feels as if i have a lump on my left side. it's getting worse. can it be my tonsils?

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Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

Yes: Strep, mono, tonsillitis, sinus drainage are likely. Consider an urgent care visit. Cheers

Answered 11/7/2014

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