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Reddish spots at the back my wife's throat accompanied by swollen tonsils. she says swallowing is painful and there is a feeling of ants crawling along the back of her throat. ?
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This sounds a: little more serious than just a simple viral pharyngitis. Make an appointment to be evaluated by a health care professional as soon as possible. She may need treatment for strept throat.
Answered 11/13/2016
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