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Sore throat with white spots on tonsils could be strep throat or thrush.

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Years after taking out your tonsils white stuff are smeared in your throat what causes that symptoms are headache and pain in the throat.?

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Can a symptom of strep throat be a rash on your baby's bottom?

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You have had a dry sore throat for going on day 3 and you noticed a white spot on your right tonsil so any ideas what it is and should you go to doctors?

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What is Frog in throat and white spots at back of throat?

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What do you have when your tonsils are swollen white and puffy?

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Can strep throat be present without white spots on the tonsils and red spots on the tongueif not what else can a severe sore throat without any other flu symptoms be?

Yes a severe sore throat could be strep throat, even without any visible marks or patches on the throat or tongue. I have tested positive for strep throat without any vomiting, stomach problems, or any oral patches to be seen several times.


What causes white spots on tonsils and throat and swollen glands?

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Can white spots on your throat be related to wisdom teeth?

Yes, white sport on your throat can be a direct consequence of having infected wisdom teeth. However, this is not the only option. Such white spots can signal about quinsy, for example.