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Back of throat(not tonsils) have yellowish looking spots.can feel when sometimes swallowing. i sometimes have acid reflux.
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Spots in throat: Please visit your physician for a physical exam and show what you are concerned about. Reflux doesn't usually cause yellowish spots as you describe.
Answered 7/8/2015
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