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Ive had a a sore throat for a week now. its been my right tonsil. its been red and hard to swallow. i woke up this morning to it having a dark spot and hurts worse to swallow. what is it?

Q: ive had a a sore throat for a week now. its been my right tonsil. its been red and hard to swallow. i woke up this morning to it having a dark spot and hurts worse to swallow. what is it?

: Most likely viral pharyngitis, i.e. a standard upper respiratory virus. If pain is severe or if you have fever, get seen professionally for exam and probable testing for strep throat.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Most likely viral pharyngitis, i.e. a standard upper respiratory virus. If pain is severe or if you have fever, get seen professionally for exam and probable testing for strep throat.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/12/2023

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A member asked:

Ive had a a sore throat for a week now. its been my right tonsil. its been red and hard to swallow. i woke up this morning to it having a dark spot and hurts worse to swallow. what is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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