I have swollen glands in my neck, a sore throat, ears ache and my tonsils areinflamed and covered in white patches. is this strep throat?

Could be: Strep throat and viral infections look and act similarly. Get a throat culture to know.

C MD FOR CULTURE: Yes it may be strep throat. See your physician or health center for a throat culture.

Possibly: Sounds like you are getting sick - go see your internist. They would need to do a culture to verify it is strep throat. Gargle with warm salt water to help with the sore throat. Umcka cold/flu helps a lot too (it all natural).