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I am experiencing a sore throat, hoarse voice and pain when swallowing. the following also describe me: i have holes in my tonsils and it looks like someone carved into them. ?

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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Tonsilitis: This should checked and your throat cultured. There ae several possibilities from viral infection to bacterial and strep commonly as well. There is no mention of a fever but in any event get this checked and treated if required.

Answered 6/10/2017

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A member asked:

I am experiencing a sore throat, hoarse voice and pain when swallowing. the following also describe me: i have holes in my tonsils and it looks like someone carved into them. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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