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I have a painful sore throat and it hurts when i swallow. i also have a cough. what could this be? what can help this?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Sore throat: Visit the ER or a doctor to get a throat culture and further evaluation and treatment

Dr Mompoint agreed

Answered 3/3/2018

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A member asked:

I have a painful sore throat and it hurts when i swallow. i also have a cough. what could this be? what can help this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Mompoint agreed

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