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White pimpled looking spot in back of throat, swallowing feels like ears are hurting, swollen glands, and slightly closed in throat. any answers ?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See a doctor: You have some type of infection. It could be viral or bacterial, but only an exam would diagnose it. Be well.

Answered 5/9/2014

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It could be a: Viral ;#40;infectious mononucleosis;#41; or bacterial ;#40;strep;#41; infection. Only ur dr can make the correct diagnosis. Take care!

Answered 9/14/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Strep throat: Is a common bacterial infection. Strep throat is a contagious disease and need to be differentiate from a sore throat viral infection. Rec.: see your pcp for evaluation and a throat culture or rapid strep test.

Answered 5/1/2014

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