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I have a very sore throat after taking antibiotics. throat culture came back negative. my tonsils are red/sore. it hurts worse everyday!
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Get seen: Any of a host of uncommon illnesses can do this. Herpangina, Wegener's, lupus, agranulocytosis, quinsy are only a few. Your primary care physician may be able to help or refer to an otolaryngologist.
Answered 1/9/2017
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