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Hello. i have a question. so i am a bit worried. about 3 weeks ago i woke up with a sore throat. the next day it was gone so i checked my throat and my right side was extremely swollen with puss pockets. (i dont have tonsils) well i started antibiotics
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Never do...: You should never start antibiotics on your own if this is what you mean. Many times even when you have "pus" or what seems to be pus this could be related to a viral infection and antibiotics will just create resistance since they are made for bacteria not virus. Even without tonsils you may get infections. f you are feeling sick see your doctor for final diagnosis and treatment as needed.
Answered 4/15/2015
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