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My throat has been sore for 4 days now and i noticed that i have 2 holes on my right tonsil it is very painful to eat and swallow . what do recommend?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

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Sore throat: See fp for exam. May have bacterial infxn of throat & tonsils (possible strep) that may need antibiotics. Gargle with warm salt water (can also add some peroxide & mouthwash to it, but do not swallow). Lozenges with Benzocaine can help ease pain as can NSAID (advil/aleve/motrin).

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

My throat has been sore for 4 days now and i noticed that i have 2 holes on my right tonsil it is very painful to eat and swallow . what do recommend?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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