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White patches on the back of my throat(no fever and only very,slight sore throat)brother just diagnosed with strep. start of strep?doctor visit needed
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Yes: Sound like you need to speak with your Doctor! Its unlikely he/she will Rx unless you become symptomatic!! Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 3/12/2015
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Agree: Dr. Visit needed. You can go to MD for rapid strep test or pay for an online consult through health tap
Answered 3/12/2015
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