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I have red sores at the back of my throat and my throat is very sore. i don't have a fever, but it hurts to swallow. what is this?
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Herpangina: Usually viral tonsillitis...Herpangina, mono, herpes stomatitis which usually resolves but takes forever ...Bacterial causes are strep throat etc... Quick visit and testing should pinpoint the culprit ! in the meantime lemon & honey gargle works great! regards!
Answered 12/24/2017
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