Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Causes Red Spots On Uvula And Swelling In Throat?
Question: Hi
I have had a fever the past two day and also been throwing up those two days.
Now I woke up and don't have a fever anymore and haven't thrown up but my throat is swollen, it's really extremely hard to swallow and hurts super bad. When I look at my throat I can see little red spots on the handy thing in my throat and maybe some white patches in the back of my throat. I can't see that well so it's hard to tell.
I have work in 6 hours and I literally cannot call out sick unless I am diagnosed by a doctor with a note. With kaiser being closed for regular appts on holiday hours, what do you think i have?
I have had a fever the past two day and also been throwing up those two days.
Now I woke up and don't have a fever anymore and haven't thrown up but my throat is swollen, it's really extremely hard to swallow and hurts super bad. When I look at my throat I can see little red spots on the handy thing in my throat and maybe some white patches in the back of my throat. I can't see that well so it's hard to tell.
I have work in 6 hours and I literally cannot call out sick unless I am diagnosed by a doctor with a note. With kaiser being closed for regular appts on holiday hours, what do you think i have?
Brief Answer:
Very likely bacterial tonsillitis, potentially antibiotics necessary
Detailed Answer:
Dear patient,
this sounds like a bacterial infection if the throat/ tonsils. This needs to be checked by a gp or ent doctor. He can do a swipe test of the throat to proove it, examine you and if necessary perscribe antibiotics. Thats what i usually do when someone with your symptoms comes to my office.
Hope this is helping you , if you have any clarificatons you can get back to me, if this was helpful please kindly rate my answer. Best regards
Very likely bacterial tonsillitis, potentially antibiotics necessary
Detailed Answer:
Dear patient,
this sounds like a bacterial infection if the throat/ tonsils. This needs to be checked by a gp or ent doctor. He can do a swipe test of the throat to proove it, examine you and if necessary perscribe antibiotics. Thats what i usually do when someone with your symptoms comes to my office.
Hope this is helping you , if you have any clarificatons you can get back to me, if this was helpful please kindly rate my answer. Best regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
What is the difference between strep throat and tonsillitis? Are both contagious? If I work in food industry, will I be ok to work if I feel up to it? I feel like strep throat seems more serious in our food industry as I've never heard of anyone call in sick for tonsillitis
Brief Answer:
Strep throat and tonsillitis same thing
Detailed Answer:
Dear patient, bacterial tonsillitis is just another word for "strep throat". Usually you are not contagious anymore after 2-3 days of antibiotic intake. ask your employer how they want to handle that in your company.
best regards
Strep throat and tonsillitis same thing
Detailed Answer:
Dear patient, bacterial tonsillitis is just another word for "strep throat". Usually you are not contagious anymore after 2-3 days of antibiotic intake. ask your employer how they want to handle that in your company.
best regards
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
