Findings of a bright red pharynx with red,swollen tonsils,pillars,and uvula,as well as patches of white or yellow exudate on the tonsils are consistent with

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Consistent with findings of tonsillitis and streptococcal pharyngitis,the tonsils,pillars,and uvula would be very red and swollen,with patches of white or yellow exudate on the tonsils.The posterior pharynx would be bright red.The patient would report a sore throat when swallowing.The lymph nodes would be significantly swollen.A definitive diagnosis would require a throat culture or rapid strep test.A grayish membrane covering the tonsils,uvula,and soft palate is typical of diphtheria or acute mononucleosis.A hoarse voice and red oropharynx can be caused by overuse of the voice,inflammation resulting from viral or bacterial infection,lesions of the larynx,or foreign bodies.

Findings of a Bright Red Pharynx with Red,swollen Tonsils,pillars,and Uvula,as