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What does green spots on tonsils mean? is it from tonsillitis or like std?

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Dr. Brian Affleck answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Tonsillitis: Spots on the tonsils usually do mean tonsillitis. The spots associated with tonsillitis can be white, tan, yellow, green or even grey or purple. The most common causes of tonsillitis include strep, mono and other common bacteria. Stds can also cause tonsillitis, but these are less common. The only way to definitively determine the cause if the infection is with a culture. You should be seen.

Answered 11/1/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Need eval to know: Although it is likely an infection, there are many possible causes. We can't tell you the source with the available information.

Answered 11/1/2018

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