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My throst has whiye bumps?

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Hard to tell what: Without being able to see it, or to know if you have a sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes or other findings, it could be many things. Should let your local primary care physician take a look. It may be a yeast infection, in which case they may want to do further testing.

Answered 7/20/2012

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?tonsils: Many times the tonsils develop crypts that harbor bacteria and the byproduct of their growth and metabolism form whitish and yellowish deposits in the tonsils. Can be a source of bad breath and sore throats. A gargle with hydrogen peroxide, mouthwash and water can sometimes clear the debris. If this doesn't help then it's time to see an ent.

Answered 9/3/2013

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