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I woke up and my left side of the throat hurt and i believe it is near the tonsils. what should i do? i took some advil for now. what is happening?
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Doctor can check: New throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is very sore, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep throat). Throat lozenges and Tylenol or Motrin can help lessen throat pain.
Answered 11/9/2017
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