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Hi i have a killer sore throat and i checked my tonsils with a torch and there is puss on the surface. should i go see a doctor now or wait a bit?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Could b strep throat: Go see your doctor. A rapid strep test, or a throat culture, will give you the answer. Strep throat can appear as throat pain, or fever, or abdominal pain! It should be treated with antibiotics if it is strep.

Answered 8/13/2015

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A member asked:

Hi i have a killer sore throat and i checked my tonsils with a torch and there is puss on the surface. should i go see a doctor now or wait a bit?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

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