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Sore throat, one side only. blotchyness on roof of mouth, back towards the throat. hard to swallow, very tender, feels like throat swollen inside. ?

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Sore throat: Your condition requires that you see a doctor to determine if you have an infection that needs treatment.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/26/2019

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