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White patches and spots on throat, swollen tonsils, sore throat, strep test neg?
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Possible IM : Infectious mononucleiosis can present as pharryngitis . Have you evaluate and check your spleen. If enlarged and DX confirmed avoid contact sports.
Answered 3/17/2023
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