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Not sure if i am get something such as a uri or virus. 4 days ago had bad dry cough, painful earache & headache, today my throat hurts to talk/swallow?

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Viral syndrome: This is likely a viral infection. Treat it symptomatically and it will resolve over a few days.

Dr Hegab and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/14/2018

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