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I'm 18, i have pharyngitis, back of throat/tonsils feel picky/burn. i'm on antibiotic, 3rd day of if. and a canker sore on my cheek. is this cancer?
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Highly unlikely: It still can be a viral infection. Take your meds as prescribed, stay well hydrated.
Answered 9/29/2016
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