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I have a big white chunk in the back of my throat under my uvula what exactly can it be and i have had two sore throats this month could that be cause?

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Dr. Hirenkumar Italia answered

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Exudates: Hard to tell. But it is likely exudates, commonly fluid/pus due to infection. Get checked for Strep. May need antibiotic to prevent spread of infection. Try gargles, Ibuprofen. Thanks.

Dr Grin agreed

Answered 9/7/2014

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A member asked:

I have a big white chunk in the back of my throat under my uvula what exactly can it be and i have had two sore throats this month could that be cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hirenkumar Italia answered

Dr Grin agreed

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