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What's the best way to treat a sore throat and swollen glands?

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Dr. Ed Kaplan answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Doctor's visit: Depends on a number of things: what the swollen glands feel like what the throat looks like fever? Elevated wbc? Any other medical history? How long it has been going on. Any other findings on exam.

Answered 11/28/2017

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