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Pain on the right side of throat. hurts to swallow. neck is also slightly sore. ache and chills only lasted a few hours, gone by next morning. help!

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: I would suggest a screening test for Strep if there are signs such as swollen red tonsils, pus on the tonsils, high fever. Continue to monitor your temperature, rest and stay well hydrated.

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 4/14/2015

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