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Sore throte and hurts to swollow and drink or eat anything i have tried salt water gargling and it didn't work

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Dr. Scott Bobbitt answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Strep throat??: If your symptoms include a mild fever, it is quite likely that you have strep throat or some other infection of the throat and/or upper respiratory system. You should see your doctor for a diagnosis.

Answered 9/28/2016

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