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What Causes Sore Throat, Chest Soreness, White Spots On The Lips And Cough?
Question: Started with a sore throat on Thurs. Soreness in my chest now. Little white spots have developed on my lips. Cough. Hurts to swallow.
Brief Answer:
Upper respiratory infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
You have an upper respiratory infection and if the spots on the lips are associated with white curd like spots or patches in the mouth and throat, it is likely to be a fungal infection ( candiasis). This condition is usually associated with antibiotics use, diabetes or other conditions that impairs immunity.
Do get back to me if you have further queries.
Upper respiratory infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
You have an upper respiratory infection and if the spots on the lips are associated with white curd like spots or patches in the mouth and throat, it is likely to be a fungal infection ( candiasis). This condition is usually associated with antibiotics use, diabetes or other conditions that impairs immunity.
Do get back to me if you have further queries.
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