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My throat is extremely sore and i cant bear it now for nearly 48 hours. is this a viral or bacterial infection and how can i treat the symptoms ?

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Viral? Bacterial?: Get tested. If bacterial you will be prescribed antibiotic.

Answered 6/24/2018

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