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Had tonsilitis since monday, been using natura- tonsilitis and sore throat. andolex throat spray, strepsils and it's just getting worse. can't swallow?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

See a doctor: You may have streptococcal throat infection and it is imperative that it be treated properly. See your doctor, if you do not have access to your doctor now, go to the emergency room of your nearest hospital.

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

Had tonsilitis since monday, been using natura- tonsilitis and sore throat. andolex throat spray, strepsils and it's just getting worse. can't swallow?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

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