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I have a bad throat infection which is bugging me for almost 2-3 weeks. I see red spots on my tongue . I have started betadine gargle. But doesn't seem to be helping. Please suggest.
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You seem to be suffering from acute pharyngo-tonsillitis which is a common type of throat infection. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antiseptic mouth gargle for few days for faster recovery
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