If a doctor discovers that you have a swollen throat with white spots, he most likely will suspect that you have __________.

A swollen throat with white spots is a common sign of strep throat, a bacterial infection that can cause inflammation and patches on the tonsils. Pneumonia affects the lungs, influenza usually causes broader flu-like symptoms, and meningitis affects the tissues around the brain and spinal cord. The best answer is strep throat.

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