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A member asked:

Throat closed yesterday, hurts on right side to swallow. feels like there's food stuck in my throat, although there's isn't. also feels swollen?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Probably infected: See your doctor. It could be tonsillitis or done other throat infection. They need to examine you to see. You may need antibiotics.

Answered 4/4/2013

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