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mick7945 asked in HealthOther - Health · 1 decade ago

Is this strep throat or something else?

My throat doesnt hurt like constantly. Only when i swallow. And the pain also seems to go into left ear when i swallow.

im on antibiotics... since yesterday and it still hasnt seemed to improve any.

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    It sounds like whatever it is has moved into your sinuses and ears. Its probably not strep since it doesn't constantly hurt. Just be sure to keep hydrated to help break up any mucus. Also, antibiotics take a couple of days before you see signs of improvement. I hope you feel better soon!

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    About a week ago i had gone to the doctors office because i had major strep throat and the medications they gave me didn't have an effect until about 2 or 3 days after...P.S.Hope u feel better and if you have thrown up eat lots of crackers and chicken soup xD

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