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Sore throat on right side. constant throbbing, hurt to swallow, tightness and redness but not much swelling. pain worst behind my last molars. ?

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Tonsillitis: Needs to be examines and a quick strep test to be done and if positive you need to be treated with Antibiotics See your doctor

Answered 5/11/2015

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Dr. Timothy Beck answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Virus: Sounds like you may have a viral infection. If this persist more than 48 hours or more symptoms develop you may need to be seen. Try gargling salt water first.

Answered 8/6/2017

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