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My soft palet has has been sore with a sharp pain when swallowing, achy. just got done with ten days 1500 penacilin from double ear infection.

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Probably viral: You may have a viral throat infection causing these symptoms. Gargle with warm salt water & take some Tylenol (acetaminophen). If you have a fever & the symptoms worsen, have your doctor recheck you.

Answered 3/22/2020

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