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Sore throat left side when swallowing. not painful. neck/lymph node a bit tender as well. don't think i have a fever but have been coughing/sneezing?

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Dr. Yun Tran answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

URI: probably just a cold/viral upper respiratory infection. Try ibuprofen and acetaminophen for pain, rest, and hydrate. Should resolve within a week. However, cough can last a few weeks. See your doctor if you develop more serious symptoms

Answered 3/9/2016

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