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I feel like something is in the back of my throat making it feel strange to swallowmy right tonsil is also very swollen with pus pocketsdo ihave strep?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Strep or viral: A rapid throat culture is the best way to check for strep which would require antibiotics. If the test is negative, it's most likely a viral infection. Mono is less likely unless the symptoms are days old. Antibiotics are not used for viral throat infections.

Dr Sadoun agreed

Answered 2/22/2014

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A member asked:

I feel like something is in the back of my throat making it feel strange to swallowmy right tonsil is also very swollen with pus pocketsdo ihave strep?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Sadoun agreed

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