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A 36-year-old female asked:

I have sore throat, low grade fever, no coughing. i am trying to see if i need antibotic. i went to doc yesterday did not have this. any home remedies?

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Dr. Milton Mintz
A Verified Doctoranswered
69 years experience
Doc probably: Felt this was viral ; antibiotics are not indicated. Tylenol (acetaminophen) for fever. If this continues, see physician again.
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