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I have a sore on the top back part of my mouth. very painful when swallowing. not sure if it's strep or if the pain is just making the rest sore. ?
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Strep throat: Strep throat doesn't present with actual sore. Check out https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/mouth-and-dental-disorders/symptoms-of-oral-and-dental-disorders/mouth-sores-and-inflammation then see your Family Doc for evaluation & treatment.
Answered 3/22/2020
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