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I've had my tonsils removed can i still get strep throat?

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Dr. Mark Diamond answered

Yes: Although removing the tonsils may decrease the frequency of strep throat, it is still possible to become infected with strep without tonsils.

Dr Pizzo and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 4/26/2015

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A member asked:

I've had my tonsils removed can i still get strep throat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Diamond answered

Dr Pizzo and 4 doctors agreed

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