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I have a sore throat for a week with red bumps, white patches, no fever and no health insurance. had tonsillectomy 2 yrs ago. please help!?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Sore throat: Likely infection but not necessarily strep throat. Gargle with warm salt water as many times a day to soothe the pain. You can buy a supplement with elderberry and echinicea which is shown to help with infection. Get plenty of rest, nutrition and hydration.
Answered 12/30/2012
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Strep test: Sorry but you need a strep test.Strep can happen , even withouttonsils.Try to find a free clinic somewhere.
Answered 12/5/2018
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