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I had a cold sore yesterday and now my throat hurts to swallow but no fever and the back of my throat is all white?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Virus: Most likely explanation is that you're coming down with a viral, infection.

Answered 11/18/2012

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Viral URI: It is difficult to tell with out a clinical exam but your symptoms may be related to a viral upper respiratory tract infection. There are several other possibilities so it is best to consult with your physician.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 5/12/2014

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A member asked:

I had a cold sore yesterday and now my throat hurts to swallow but no fever and the back of my throat is all white?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Dr. G Funari answered

Dr Ali agreed

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