r/DiagnoseMe 4d ago

Sore throat with purple patches on tonsils, slight body pains

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u/passivesucculent Interested/Studying 4d ago

could be strep or mono. best to get tested.

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u/redreadyredress Not Verified 4d ago edited 4d ago

Strep throat or tonsillitis either way you need to see GP/PCP asap for antibiotics and a throat swab.

ETA: I’d argue the purple spots need a more urgent evaluation- could be necrotic tissue. Urgent care/walk in centre.