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How to deal with long lasting sore throat?

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Dr. George Valdez answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See doctor: If a symptom is not improving on it's own, there may be dangerous underlying cause, seek medical attention.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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