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A member asked:
Is it normal to have white patches (especially on the sides) in the throat or is this a sign of a sore throat?
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White patches: Not normal , it could be tonsillitis, strep throat , mono, oral thrush. Your doctor will ask about your other symptoms and will likely run a swab over the white spots on your tonsils. Your test results will help your doctor determine which medication, if any, is best suited to treat your condition.
Answered 9/2/2018
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