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Q: Sore Throat

asked by: happy_sunshine_yan on May 26th, 2005

Experienced User

I've had a sore throat for about 5 days now, it not only has not gotten any better, it has gotten worst.... It hurts to swallow or yawn... Is this normal?

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sharmain3

replied on June 1st, 2005

New User

Sore Throat

It could be tonsilitis or a throat infection.
You should go see a doctor.

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