Question 1

i have strep troat,  white spots on my tonsils, and i'm missing pacthes on my tongue,  what's wrong with me?  do i have an std the doctor said i'm ok.

Accepted Answer

Sure it's strep? : It could be a viral infection.  Was a culture positive for strep? These are more likely viral symptoms or remotely strep.  Certainly not std.  Trust your doctor,  and follow her advice.

Question 2

tested positive for strep a white spots on tonsils. (negative for glandular fever.) penicillin vk for 21 days and spots came back. now have ear ache?

Accepted Answer

Strept Secrets: Bacterial group a strept infection is often associated with fever, enlarged lymph nodes and the tonsillar "white spots" known as exudates.  These are a white cell (pus) response from the lymph tissue (tonsils) just below the surface and can recur if inadequate treatment or chronic infection.  Tonsillar stones (saliva/mucous/food particles) are what people often see in the folds of the tonsils.

Question 3

is it possible for you to have strep without the white spots?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Red to purple dots or spots over soft palate and uvula are more reliable sign of strep throat.

Question 4

i have what looks like blisters on one of my tonsils..it doesnt look like strep (they arent white spots) more like blisters?

Accepted Answer

R/O TONSILITIS:  You need an exam and throat culture. Blisters tend to be viral ie HSV1 vs HSV2. Other viruses may cause blisters as well. While u are waiting gargle with salt water/VITc 5gm /zing 100mg and lots of ginger tea

Question 5

is it possible to have strep throat without white spots? my doctor said it might be strep, but i have to wait for the test & pain is unbearable. help!

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Some of the most painful sore throats are caused by viruses, like the mono virus.And these have no response to antibiotics. Gargle with some salty water and you can remove some of the debris and maybe feel better for a while.Ibuprofen also helps.

Question 6

on round 2 of zpack for strep. 2 small white spots on throat otherwise red throat. not cultured on 2nd trip. could it be viral?

Accepted Answer

Viral?: Viral infections are generally self-limited, lasting an average of 3 to 5 days before resolving on their own. Given that you’re on the second round of Z pack, you have been sick presumably for at least five days and probably longer, reducing the chance that this is a simple viral infection. You might need a different choice of antibiotic.

Question 7

just finished a z pack for strep throat. the white spots are gone from my tonsils but a painful yellowish area remains on the side of my throat.

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation: Usually tonsillitis and ear infections "feel better" within 2-3 days and viruses typically don't last more than 10 days.  You should return to the doctors office.

Question 8

hi it seems i have strep (lots of white spots on tonsils, 3+days of sore throat) but today i lost my voice..any thoughts on what caused that?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: White spots on the tonsils could mean strep throat, but not necessarily. It could be a virus, and either one could cuase laryngitis with loss of voice. There are other less common infections as well that could do this. But if strep, you definitely need to know in order to get an antibiotic prescription. See your doctor ASAP. Good luck!

Question 9

mono & strep test neg. white spots on tonsils won't go away &wbc elevated.  had sore throat for 5 weeks prior to tests but now gone.  what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Glad to hear ...: ...your sore throat has resolved. The answer may now be more elusive. A visit to your friendly Ear-Nose-Throat doctor may provide some insight into your recent illness and ongoing concerns.

Question 10

i've been taking cefprozil 250mg/5ml. 10ml twice a day, since 6/12/13 for strep. i still have white spots. how long will it normally take to be better?

Accepted Answer

New antibiotic: Seems like your antibiotics are not working.  Call your doctor.

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I have strep troat, white spots on my tonsils, and i'm missing pacthes on my tongue, what's wrong with me? do i have an std the doctor said i'm ok.

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Tested positive for strep a white spots on tonsils. (negative for glandular fever.) penicillin vk for 21 days and spots came back. now have ear ache?

A member asked:

Is it possible for you to have strep without the white spots?

A member asked:

I have what looks like blisters on one of my tonsils..it doesnt look like strep (they arent white spots) more like blisters?

A member asked:

Is it possible to have strep throat without white spots? my doctor said it might be strep, but i have to wait for the test & pain is unbearable. help!

A member asked:

On round 2 of zpack for strep. 2 small white spots on throat otherwise red throat. not cultured on 2nd trip. could it be viral?

A member asked:

Just finished a z pack for strep throat. the white spots are gone from my tonsils but a painful yellowish area remains on the side of my throat.

A member asked:

Hi it seems i have strep (lots of white spots on tonsils, 3+days of sore throat) but today i lost my voice..any thoughts on what caused that?

A member asked:

Mono & strep test neg. white spots on tonsils won't go away &wbc elevated. had sore throat for 5 weeks prior to tests but now gone. what could it be?

A member asked:

I've been taking cefprozil 250mg/5ml. 10ml twice a day, since 6/12/13 for strep. i still have white spots. how long will it normally take to be better?

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