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A member asked:

If i have no signs other the a white coating and red bumps on the back of my tongue/0pain is it possible it's not a std just something else if so what?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Probably not STD: STDs rarely cause sore throat, white coating, or red bumps of the tongue. Sounds like you just have a cold. But if you remain concerned, and especially if at risk for STD, see your doctor for exam and testing. Good luck!

Answered 9/5/2017

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