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I keep getting ill, about a month ago i had quite severe tonsillitis however i didnt go to the doctors or receive any antibiotics for it, although im better, i keep getting a sore throat and feeling sick. whats wrong with me?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Tests: You should have a throat culture to detect strep and a cbc and differential along with a monotest to detect infectious mononucleosis which is a cause of tonsillitis in young people.

Answered 10/26/2019

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A member asked:

I keep getting ill, about a month ago i had quite severe tonsillitis however i didnt go to the doctors or receive any antibiotics for it, although im better, i keep getting a sore throat and feeling sick. whats wrong with me?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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