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I have a sore throat more so itchy then sore, any advice and for the first time i can actually see my epiglottis i was alarmed at first until i resea?

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Dr. Edward Workman answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Many possibilities: The most likely possibilities are allergic reactivity (esp if you live in the southeast), and viral infection. Bottom line: if you have a fever (temp over 100-101F), then see your PCP. Otherwise your symptoms should resolve within a week. If not see your PCP.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/10/2017

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