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A member asked:

I have neck glands, sores/swelling on gums, headache, sore throat what could this be?

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Dr. Lawrence Kessler answered

See your doctor: You may have strep throat which can involve the mouth please get it diagnosed and properly treated.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/9/2013

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