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I have strep throat and i accidentally injured my tonsils and they are bleeding can the infection go into my blood this way i am really worried ?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Get examined: go to your PCP or local UC clinic. If you have a tonsillar bleed this may be serious and certainly requires visualization and antibiotic therapy. Close your computer and get examined now.

Answered 10/28/2016

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: Just gargle and clean your throat, finish your prescribed antibiotic, if bleeding doesn't stop, see your doctor or go to ER

Dr Miller agreed

Answered 10/28/2016

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A member asked:

I have strep throat and i accidentally injured my tonsils and they are bleeding can the infection go into my blood this way i am really worried ?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Miller agreed

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