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I have white spots on my tonsils. i'm waiting to see an ent, who hasn't set up an app. how long before i should worry about the infection spreading?
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Why wait for ENT?: One's primary care doctor can take care of typical throat infections. An ENT specialist is only needed if there is something unusual about a tonsil problem. Throat infections are among the most common problems we take care of in primary care. Patients are usually seen in the first 2-4 days of symptoms.
Answered 1/18/2016
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