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I have a swollen tonsil and a cough, and i am losing my voice. what could i have? will it get better on it's own?

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Could be: It could be bronchitis - or tonsillitis or strep throat. You should get examined by a doctor or at least discuss it in depth with one. It may or may not need antibiotics.

Answered 7/8/2012

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