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The left side of my throat in is pain.i can barely swallow and when i do it hurts so bad. it feels like my gland might be swollen. what could be wrong?
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May be infection?: Do you have fever? Could be tonsillitis? Just go to your doctor.Throat culture might be hlepful. At times, we just prescribe an antibiotic. Follow-up to check the gland and swelling is necessary. Thank you for asking.
Answered 11/29/2018
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