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Sore throat, headache, and malaise x6 days. throat feels worse now & there are bumps with tiny white centers on the back of my throat. no fever. ddx?

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Dr. Layne Hermansen answered

3 possibilities : 1. Mononucleosis 2. Strep Throat 3. Viral sore throat. You need to have a mono spot test, a CBC with differential, and a strep swab test. See your PCP.

Answered 2/14/2016

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A member asked:

Sore throat, headache, and malaise x6 days. throat feels worse now & there are bumps with tiny white centers on the back of my throat. no fever. ddx?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Layne Hermansen answered

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