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What Causes White Spots In Throat After A Sore Throat?
I started with a sore throat last wed/thurs & its been slowly getting worse. I am off work today struggling to swallow & have noticed white spots in my thoat with some on the roof of my mouth. Feeling sore all over with serious heartburn. Should I get a doctors app before Christmas or wait it out & hope it gets better by itself?
Tue, 24 Nov 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per you query you have white spots in throat after a sore throat which could be due to formation of pus pockets, , strep infection, acid reflux and tonsil stones . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis and rule out causes mention above . Usually treatment is not necessary, as the tonsils will clean themselves just do warm saline gargles and suck on lemon candy . If they are causing any discomfort then doctor may remove them with instrument . If condition doesn't get better then consult oral pathologist .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per you query you have white spots in throat after a sore throat which could be due to formation of pus pockets, , strep infection, acid reflux and tonsil stones . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis and rule out causes mention above . Usually treatment is not necessary, as the tonsils will clean themselves just do warm saline gargles and suck on lemon candy . If they are causing any discomfort then doctor may remove them with instrument . If condition doesn't get better then consult oral pathologist .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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