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What does it mean if my throat feels swollen & my head hurts & it hurts my ears & throat when i swallow?

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Throat Infection: Sounds like you have some type of infection in your throat. You need to be seen and evaluated for this.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/30/2015

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