Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
I've had strep throat at least 3 times this year. tonsils swollen w. pus pockets. now i'm coughing up strawberry looking mucus? what should i do?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Time for eval: Various infections and events can cause the tonsils to swell/become inflamed. Viruses like mono, strep, stomach acid from throw up, etc. At some point many choose to remove the tonsils to help reduce the intensity of tonsil infections but it does not eliminate your potential to have strep later. Time to see your doc and discuss your options.
Answered 3/21/2016
1.5k views
Mgt: The source of bleeding needs to be identified and treated. Please see your PCP. You may need a culture and antibiotics.
Answered 3/21/2016
1.5k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
I had been treated for strep throat 4wks ago but still have pain and headaches and have coughed up bloody mucus and noticed tonsil stones. HELP?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
Nonsmoker, 19, have had a severely swollen throat for past few days. This morning spit up hard brown and red mucus. No coughing. Neg strep & flu test?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Is it normal to have pus pockets on your tonsils when u have a regular sore throat? I've had this 7 days and all my tests for strep are neg.
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
I feel like something is in the back of my throat making it feel strange to swallowmy right tonsil is also very swollen with pus pocketsdo ihave strep?
I have swollen tonsils, a sore throat, and white spots behind the tonsils. Is this a sore throat or strep? The spots may be just mucous I can't tel
My tonsils have been swollen and enlarged since I was a child. I have had strep throat and tonsillitis a few times over the past ten years however for the most part they don't cause any pain or discomfort at all. Why would.They stay this size and does it
Why am i getting thick mucus dripping from back of throat into my mouth. it has now become very salty at times i gag and event vomit bile in mornings trying to cough it up?
Sore throat with pus, coughing up green mucus, chest tightness, runny nose, and congestion. Any idea what i have? Tested neg for strep, on amoxicillin
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
