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I had a tonsillectomy & adenoidectomy 2 weeks ago & 98% of my scabs are off & tonight i noticed little white spots in my throat. could it be strep?
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See your surgeon: I doubt it is a strep but it could be post op infection see your surgeon
Answered 5/20/2018
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