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I have a swollen lump on the side of my neck and white spots on the back of my throat. sore throat - this has been there for two weeks

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It can be infection: If your throat is sore and the lymph node/lump on your neck is tender to touch, you should go see your doctor as it can be strept throat which often requires further testing and antibiotics for treatment.

Answered 3/4/2013

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Dr. Syed H. Sajid answered

Specializes in General Adult Psychiatry; Child & Adolescent Psychiatry ( 1 yr. Fellowship), sees all types of patients for Medication Management from ages 6-99yo

Infections/ HIV: With sore throat and lump on the side of neck, whether tender or non- tender, possibilities of a pharyngitis with enlarged cervical lymph nodes or a strep throat is there. White spots on the back of throat, could be because of a candidia infection, which may be due to immune deficiency and even HIV should be included in the differential diagnosis. Please consult your pcp. Thanks.

Answered 6/10/2014

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