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Throat felt blocked and uncomfortable. doctor gave me calvepen 666mg.. 1 four times a day for swollen glands. what can he feel with swollen glands?

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Swollen neck glands: May indicate an infection in the throat. May make it more likely that discomfort in throat is due to bacteria which is why he prescribed antibiotic. Take all tablets as prescribed. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 3/24/2015

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