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How can i tell if i have strep throat or a viral infection? my throat is sore and have blisters on it and looks like it has busted blood vessels
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Diagnosis: A throat culture or a rapid strep test will quickly determine whether you have a strep throat or not.
Answered 3/22/2014
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