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Left back side of throat hurts . is irritated when swallowing. also feels like left ear deep inside s aching and feel clogged. what could it be strep?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Be checked: You may have strep but one sided pain is more concerning for something like an abscess. Be checked so you can be treated appropriately. All the best.

Answered 1/17/2021

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A member asked:

Left back side of throat hurts . is irritated when swallowing. also feels like left ear deep inside s aching and feel clogged. what could it be strep?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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