Question 1

i have a white spot on my right tonsil and in the middle is a black spot, my throat hurts. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Strep throat: You could have a bacterial (strep) or viral infection of the throat and tonsils.  You should get checked out by a doctor tomorrow.

Question 2

i'm seeing black spot at back of throat. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No: The black spot at back of throat is normal. Black and white spots oral mucous should be checked out by ent.

Question 3

i have a black spot on the right side of my cheek and on that same side i have throats pain and tongue pain.

Accepted Answer

May or may not: May or may not be related to each other.  Important that you have your dentist check the "black spot" immediately.

Question 4

7th day after tonsillectomy. the right side of my throat has a significant black spot. it also hurts pretty bad. what is it? should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Tonsillectomy: It is probably a small blood clot. It should resolve. You may see your doctor as well for peace of mind.

Question 5

i have a dark/ almost black spot  on my tonsillar arch in the back of my throat. it doesn't really hurt but is irritating . what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Check it out: You should see a dentist or your primary care doctor. Melanomas which are tumors can appear anywhere in the body. This may be benign but only a clinician can tell you for sure.

Question 6

i have had a sore throat for over a week it's red and swollen and today i noticed a black spot at the back of my throat?

Accepted Answer

See a Dr: This is clearly not getting better on its' own. See a Dr for Dx and Tx. Best!

Question 7

almost positive i have strep throat due to the swollen tonsils and white spots but i saw 1 black spot is that associated with strep?

Accepted Answer

?????????????: Even well trained physicians have difficulty separating a nasty mono  or viral throat from strep A without a confirmatory test. Tonsil tissue can retain food bits or have a variety of scars or colors. Your description is neither diagnostic of a significant problem or particularly unusual. Have tests run to confirm/exclude strep so you will have access to meds if needed.

Question 8

cold since sept. 2012. been  on three sep. visits. still have it. sore throat and ear pain started 2 weeks ago. now have black spot on soft palate.

Accepted Answer

Cold - Four Months? : A typical cold would not last 4 months.

You need to see an otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat physician) for a complete evaluation and treatment.

Question 9

i have dry crusty nose and sinuses and a dry scratchy throat. my throat is red but there is a black spot in the back of my throat behind my tonsils an?

Accepted Answer

Get in to see a Dr.: Infections are either viral related and/or bacterial in nature.  You should see a dr. To get a good clinical exam and determine what best course of treatment is right for you.  Good luck.

Question 10

i hav got black spot in my face.hand and neck.i mean sun exposed areas.i think its melanosis.wat should i do?

Accepted Answer

Use sun screen: If the lesions are due to exposure to sun, these should be amenable to fading if you use sun screen. A wide brimmed hat and sun screen lotion on the hands and neck would be worth a try.

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I have a white spot on my right tonsil and in the middle is a black spot, my throat hurts. what could it be?

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I'm seeing black spot at back of throat. is this normal?

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I have a black spot on the right side of my cheek and on that same side i have throats pain and tongue pain.

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7th day after tonsillectomy. the right side of my throat has a significant black spot. it also hurts pretty bad. what is it? should i be concerned?

A member asked:

I have a dark/ almost black spot on my tonsillar arch in the back of my throat. it doesn't really hurt but is irritating . what could it be?

A member asked:

I have had a sore throat for over a week it's red and swollen and today i noticed a black spot at the back of my throat?

A member asked:

Almost positive i have strep throat due to the swollen tonsils and white spots but i saw 1 black spot is that associated with strep?

A member asked:

Cold since sept. 2012. been on three sep. visits. still have it. sore throat and ear pain started 2 weeks ago. now have black spot on soft palate.

A member asked:

I have dry crusty nose and sinuses and a dry scratchy throat. my throat is red but there is a black spot in the back of my throat behind my tonsils an?

A member asked:

I hav got black spot in my face.hand and neck.i mean sun exposed areas.i think its melanosis.wat should i do?

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