Question #1: I have had a chronic cough and sore mouth for about a year. My teeth also feel like the enamel has gone. Last Christmas, I had a sinus infection and I've had a sore throat ever since. It hurts to swallow and feels like there is a lump, I constantly have to clear my throat and my voice is hoarse. I am a smoker and a alcohol user which immediately got me thinking I have cancer. I have seen the doctor twice and first they tried antibiotics which did nothing for me. A week ago my...
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