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I have white spots in the back of my throat near the uvula. when i touch it with a q-tip it bleeds. what could it be possibly?
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See a doctor: Your symptoms are possibly associated with a viral, bacterial or fungal infection. See a physician in person for proper treatment.
Answered 1/2/2015
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Strep throat: Strep throat would be high on the list , but mono or adenovirus can also cause "white spots".. You should probably be swabbed for strep throat.
Answered 1/2/2015
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