Hello! I had gone through your query and understand your concern. There are many reasons for a sore throat. Allergies, postnasal drip, colds, the flu, and bacterial infections all cause a painful throat. A hallmark of strep throat is a red, raw-looking throat with swollen tonsils that often have visible white pus pockets. In the way describe it seems to be Strep throat. I suggest to consult a physician to determine the cause of your sore throat. You should do a Rapid strep test which is performed to determine if strep is the cause of your sore throat. The doctor takes a quick swab of your throat, that in most cases can determine if the strep bacteria is present. The rapid strep test is often used with a throat culture to confirm the diagnosis of strep throat. If this test is positive you should take an antibiotic to treat this infection. Meanwhile you can use some home remedies for relieving the pain of sore throats include:warm saltwater gargles, over-the-counter throat lozenges, throat sprays, and tea with honey. To relieve the pain you can use over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol), or naproxen (Aleve). Hope It helps. Take care. Dr.Rovena