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A member asked:

Do i need to see a doctor for sore throat and puss on tonsils ?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Tonsils: Yes -- if you have pus (exudate) on your tonsils, this may be due to strep or mono and is best evaluated by your physician.

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/13/2016

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Yes: Yes, needs to be seen by a professional.

Answered 9/28/2016

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