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My throat is very red & my tonsils look veiny, also my throat stings when i swallow.. i'm 18, what can this be in freaking out?
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Acute Pharyngitis : Sounds like Acute Pharyngitis which can easily be cured with Antibiotics. Please see a doctor.
Answered 7/16/2016
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