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I had strep throat, took antihistamines, now my tongue, hard palette really gets white, and white colors in the gum. which doctor should i see ? a physician , dentist etc.. i clean my tongue n mouth regularly. what could be it?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

White tongue: You didn't mention if you were treated with antibiotics for your strep,throat. The white coating in your mouth may be a thrush infection. You can get an oral anti-fungal for your mouth or you can use biotin rinse

Answered 3/6/2018

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Dr. Charles Lockhart answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Dentist to start: Were you taking any meds for strep throat? Suggest a dentist evaluate first and go from there

Answered 3/6/2018

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A member asked:

I had strep throat, took antihistamines, now my tongue, hard palette really gets white, and white colors in the gum. which doctor should i see ? a physician , dentist etc.. i clean my tongue n mouth regularly. what could be it?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr. Charles Lockhart answered

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