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I have a sore on the back of my throat on the left. it appeared after i had a sore throat and cough. it is painful to swallow and talk. what is it?

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Cold sore: It is possible that you have an ulcer caused by a virus. A "cold sore" perhaps. If it does not go away in 2 weeks go see your physician. Ulcers no matter what the cause usually go away in 10-14 days on their own.

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/31/2012

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