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Started off with really sore throat and still sore and feels like theres a huge inflammation closing up on one side of my throat. no fever yet but do need to see dr for antibiotic or goes away?
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See a doctor: See a doctor to rule out a bacterial infection such as strep, .
Answered 12/22/2013
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Sore Throat: Any time the sore throat is so severe that you feel its closing up your throat, its important to see a doctor. It could be related to an infection (bacterial or viral). You may not need antibiotics but its important to have it evaluated.
Answered 12/23/2013
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Doc: It may be viral and you may not need antimicrobial. He/she will check your throat and possibly take a culture to be safe.
Answered 12/23/2013
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