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Have a cold sore on the top, back portion of mouth/throat near uvula (visible when using a flashlight). could this be a result of a cold i just had?

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Dr. William Simon answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Spot on throat : It may be related to a viral infection, viruses can cause cold sores and other irritations

Answered 9/22/2016

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