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My throat is very sore and hurts to swallow. my tonsils are inflamed. honey helps and cough drops don't. what can i do to get rid of my sore throat?

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Might be strep: throat, so get to a doctor as soon as possible, because you might need to take antibiotics. If you have trouble opening your mouth, it might mean that you have an abscess, a real emergency.

Answered 1/5/2015

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