Question 1

I have a sore throat for 4 weeks now and they said it was strep type b but now it's negative. and i still have a sore throat. could it be mono?

Accepted Answer

Group B strep rarely causes sore throat. GBS often resides normally in the throat so positive test didn't mean it was causing your symptoms, which probably were due to a virus, not GBS. Mononucleosis is one possible cause of prolonged sore throat, but usually there are other symptoms too, like fever, lymph node enlargement, and fatigue. Discuss with your doctor, maybe have a test for mono.

Question 2

I have a painful sore throat that feels raw and swollen what could it mean besides mono and strep?

Accepted Answer

Many viral illnesses (common cold) cause symptoms similar to strep or mono.  Sometimes acid reflux can also cause a raw or painful throat.

Question 3

I recently got a bad sore throat and it is not mono or strep throat. i just looked at my throat and it has white patches. it only hurts on one side.

Accepted Answer

or strep throat, or other infectious disease, kindly revisit your PCP or get a second opinion, it's your right

Question 4

What is cause for 3 week very sore throat/strangled feeling in neck negative for strep, thyroid, herpes, mono?

Accepted Answer

CT and/or ENT (ear nose throat) consultation.  At your age the most common things are tonsil/ adenoids enlargement, thymoma,  laryngeal polyp and thrush (fungal infection).   Sometimes esophagitis from acid reflux can also cause similar feeling.  Hope this helps and thanks for trusting in HealthTap.

Question 5

Sore throat no strep flu symp no flu no mono  after all testing smoked after someone with cold but got flu symptoms for 8 days is that possible?

Accepted Answer

Please avoid all smoke exposure, particularly while Iill with a respiratory infection. Viral illnesses may last for two to three weeks, but should you should feel better as the infection resolves. Secondary infections may occur- please monitor your temperature.

Question 6

What is the difference between a bacterial strep throat, and a viral sore throat like people have with mono?

Accepted Answer

They can look almost identical so blood tests and throat culture are needed.

Question 7

I really need help i have sore throat with yellow streaks for weeks i tested negative for strep,mono,syphilis,gonnorhea.what do you think i have?

Accepted Answer

Such a long lasting problem, with all those negative tests, probably is more likely to be an allergy of some sort, rather than infection. Discuss that possibility with your doctor; or perhaps ask for referral to an otolaryngologist (ENT). Good luck.

Question 8

Based on my previous question about possibly having strep throat.. i have a sore throat red swollen with white bumps them in back of throat. mono?

Accepted Answer

It is hard to distinguish one from the other without being able to do lab tests and a physical exam.  You are right, the differential is either a bacterial pharyngitis (of which strep throat is one), or mononucleosis, or even another viral pharyngitis.  See your doctor to verify.

Question 9

Bad sore throat 3 weeks...fever on/off whole time..strep/mono both negative...can't swallow..reg dr not helping much..what else could this be..30/f?

Accepted Answer

Other possibilities include Hemophilus influenza, which is a common bacteria; virus; abscess in tonsil or pharynx; I recommend another check

Question 10

Dry mouth. sore throat. what can it be? mono. strep throat?

Accepted Answer

It may be neither. There are other conditions that can cause dry mouth, therefore it is important to see your doctor for evaluation and treatment.

Sore throat not strep or mono

I have a sore throat for 4 weeks now and they said it was strep type b but now it's negative. and i still have a sore throat. could it be mono?

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I have a painful sore throat that feels raw and swollen what could it mean besides mono and strep?

I recently got a bad sore throat and it is not mono or strep throat. i just looked at my throat and it has white patches. it only hurts on one side.

What is cause for 3 week very sore throat/strangled feeling in neck negative for strep, thyroid, herpes, mono?

Sore throat no strep flu symp no flu no mono after all testing smoked after someone with cold but got flu symptoms for 8 days is that possible?

What is the difference between a bacterial strep throat, and a viral sore throat like people have with mono?

I really need help i have sore throat with yellow streaks for weeks i tested negative for strep,mono,syphilis,gonnorhea.what do you think i have?

Based on my previous question about possibly having strep throat.. i have a sore throat red swollen with white bumps them in back of throat. mono?

Bad sore throat 3 weeks...fever on/off whole time..strep/mono both negative...can't swallow..reg dr not helping much..what else could this be..30/f?

Dry mouth. sore throat. what can it be? mono. strep throat?

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