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I have a sore throat (1 side), with burning sensation how can i know if it's bacterial or viral? and how should i respond accordingly? antibiotics?
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Rapid strep test: See your doctor for an examination and a rapid strep test. You might want to rule out mono at your age. If test got strep is positive it will be treated with antibiotics.
Answered 9/28/2016
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