A member asked:

I have a cold and lots of phlegm and mucous. and i noticed i have white stuff on my tonsils. no sore throat just a headache and drainage. what is it?

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Viral: Gretchen, this sounds like a viral upper respiratory infection. It will likely go away on its own in 3-5 days. If it doesn't, see your doctor, as you may need antibiotics if it turns out to be a bacterial infection. Hope this helps!

Answered 8/13/2014

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