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Scratched right tonsil with fingernail, bled for about a minute & is now sore a day later. hurts to swallow & right lymph node is swollen. what to do?
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Possible infection: You may have an infection that needs treatment with antibiotics. Please see your doctor or go to an urgent care for an evaluation and treatment.
Answered 1/2/2015
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