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My left tonsil is covered in blood and is bleeding. my doctor put me on antibiotics. is this normal for strep?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Strep: Bleeding tonsils are not normal for strep. It sounds like your tonsils are very friable and further investigation is warranted.

Dr Killian and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/6/2019

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A member asked:

My left tonsil is covered in blood and is bleeding. my doctor put me on antibiotics. is this normal for strep?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Killian and another doctor agreed

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