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A member asked:

I recently got a bad sore throat and it is not mono or strep throat. i just looked at my throat and it has white patches. it only hurts on one side.

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Could still be mono: or strep throat, or other infectious disease, kindly revisit your PCP or get a second opinion, it's your right

Answered 8/5/2014

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