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I had strep june 22nd but tested negative a week later. my throat doesnt hurt anymore its been a month and 3 weeks later.. however throat still has removable white streaks (with liquid) , tonsil stones, inner white cheeks. tonsils alittle big. why?

Q: i had strep june 22nd but tested negative a week later. my throat doesnt hurt anymore its been a month and 3 weeks later.. however throat still has removable white streaks (with liquid) , tonsil stones, inner white cheeks. tonsils alittle big. why?

: Sounds like normal resolution of either strep throat or viral pharyngitis. Don't do anything, you're fine.

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Sounds like normal resolution of either strep throat or viral pharyngitis. Don't do anything, you're fine.

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Answered 8/12/2023

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A member asked:

I had strep june 22nd but tested negative a week later. my throat doesnt hurt anymore its been a month and 3 weeks later.. however throat still has removable white streaks (with liquid) , tonsil stones, inner white cheeks. tonsils alittle big. why?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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