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A member asked:

I had tonsillitis and was put on amoxicillin for 10 days , i have one more day but i still see white puss on them should i get more meds ?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Not actually: Do you have fever and pain too? Most likely your throat had a viral infection and there is residual exudate. If you had a positive strep culture, you should check with your doctor for follow up.

Answered 12/30/2012

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