Should I see the doctors about my sore throat?

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Hello

I am just getting over an ear infection.  I went to the doctors three days ago to get ear drops.  The medication is working, but I just developed a sore throat.  

This is not like any sore throat I had before.  Besides being sore, whenever I drink something I feel that I have little pins in the back of my throat poking me.  

I think that perhaps the infection spread from my ear to my throat.  Will it go away by itself like most sore throats, or should I go to the doctors right away?  

Thanks

? · Accepted Answer

take some tylenol
and gargle with salt water
and suck on throat lozenges
if it continues, or get a fever
see a doctor, you could have strep

? · Answer

If it is strep throat, it will NOT go away with out an antibiotic. I would most definitely see a doctor.

Anonymous · Answer

Gargle with salt water (for two days..about 3x a day). One cup Warm water and a teaspoon of salt.
If it persists after that, then yes.
:) Also look for any discoloration/spots/markings in your throat.

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