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What causes sore throat at only the left throat ?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

? Tonsillitis : Which can be one sided only, or another problem in your throat, if really bothersome see your doctor or an ENT specialist, meanwhile salt water gargles and painkillers, unless contraindicated, can be helpful

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 5/6/2019

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