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I was told i had mono. my sore throat was clearing up the next day but the white sores from my throat are spreading to my mouth.what is causing this?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Exsudate: The white sores are being caused by the mono eb virus and are part of the illness.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I was told i had mono. my sore throat was clearing up the next day but the white sores from my throat are spreading to my mouth.what is causing this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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