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Recieved a penicilin shot 20 hours ago for strep throat. now can hardly swallow. feels as if symptoms have gotten worse. ?
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Please see your doctor: you might need some more medicines and a second look, could be another condition, good luck
Answered 3/22/2015
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Penicillin: This could be an allergic reaction to the injection. Seek medical attention asap .
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