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Left side of throat has been hurting for about 3 days now. red bump on throat above tongue. what could it be? can it be a canker sore on throat?
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Many possibilities: Herpes, cankers, strep throat, flu, allergies are just a few possible explanations. You must visit a doctor and be examined to get an answer to this one. Good luck.
Answered 10/4/2016
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