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My throat hurts & i see a white spot what medication can i take?
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Maybe antibiotics: Sore throat can be caused by virus or bacteria. Although the white spot is associated with bacterial infection like group a strep, that finding is also present in viral pharyngitis. I would recommend that you see a doctor and get a rapid strep and culture. If it is strep, you will need a prescription for an antibiotic. In the meantime there are lots of soothing otc lozenges for relief.
Answered 9/28/2016
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SEE YOUR DOC: You should see your physician to determine if you have strep throat. If so, he will put you on the appropriate antibiotic. If it is a viral infection then antibiotics will not help.
Answered 9/23/2019
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