A patient who presents with red throat and tonsils can be diagnosed as having
A)streptococcal pharyngitis.
B)scarlet fever.
C)diphtheria.
D)the common cold.
E)The answer cannot be determined based on the information provided.

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Red throat and tonsils are common symptoms for multiple conditions, including streptococcal pharyngitis, scarlet fever, diphtheria, and the common cold. Without more specific symptoms or diagnostic tests, it is impossible to determine the exact diagnosis solely based on red throat and tonsils.

A Patient Who Presents with Red Throat and Tonsils Can