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Sore Throat

2017-11-12 22:19:33
I've had a sore throat for about two days now with severe pain and major swelling.
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You are probably suffering from acute pharyngitis. You will need antiinflammatory medication, voice rest, antihistamine and thrice a day salt water gargles. If symptoms persist or there is yellowish or green sputum, antibiotic may be started.

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