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If had my primary oral herpes outbreak 3 weeks ago but my neck lymph node is still tender and yesterday i had a sore throat that went away by drinking something hot and the lymph node got swollen again is this normal?

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Maybe new problem: Throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep throat). Throat lozenges and Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin can help decrease throat pain.

Answered 12/6/2015

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