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I scratched my tonsil 1 1/2 weeks ago and have only taken a z pack and regular cold medicine. but it still hurts to swallow on right side. is this ok?
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Long time: Should not hurt 10 days later. See ENT doc to check throat.
Answered 7/24/2015
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