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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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Dr. Helmy Guirgis answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

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.

Dr Debnath agreed

Answered 11/29/2018

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