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Red raw sore on the roof of my mouth. swollen red bumps on back of tongue and back sides of tongue and white spots on tonsils.

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Dr. Devin Cunning answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Infection: Sounds viral but may be bacterial. If you use tobacco, a palatal biopsy may be in order. Salt water gargles and topical anesthetic will help. A throat culture can help differentiate the etiology. See your physician.

Answered 9/5/2020

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