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I have strep throat and it looks like m tonsils are bleeding, is that a good thing?

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Dr. Alan Levine answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Part of the infectio: Tonsils can become very friable from the infection and bleed easily. It is part of the infection and should resolve with proper treatment of the strep throat.

Dr Willson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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A member asked:

I have strep throat and it looks like m tonsils are bleeding, is that a good thing?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Levine answered

Dr Willson and 2 doctors agreed

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