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My throat was swollen and since then i've had ear aches, difficulty swallowing, a stiff sore neck and trouble opening my mouth. why?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Hard to say: Could be a viral or bacterial pharyngitis. See your MD to help with diagnosis/treatment.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/26/2016

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