Canada
A 25-year-old female asked:
Should i go to the doctor if i have a sore throat?
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Dr. Robert Uyedaanswered
General Surgery 47 years experience
Yes, if it persists: After home treatment with gargles, vaporizers, and lozenges/sprays, assuming you are otherwise healthy. Or if you develop fever or difficulty opening your mouth, swallowing, or breathing.
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A 44-year-old male asked:
I have sore throat...shall I consult my doctor?
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Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
When/if you want: A sore throat is a non-specific symptom of many issues varying from self healing viruses to reflux to infectious strep throat among others. The need for any treatment would depend on the cause, which from the information in your post cannot be determined.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
What would you do to decide if you need to see a doctor for a sore throat?
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Dr. Douglas Tavenner, jr.answered
52 years experience
Getting Worse: Had it too long. Fever, soreness spreading to other areas, getting worse rather that better.
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Lake Oswego, OR
A member asked:
I have had a sore throat for a couple weeks. Should I see a doctor? Throat
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Dr. Robert Kwokanswered
Pediatrics 35 years experience
Dr. can check throat: Throat symptoms can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or other virus (antibiotics usually not used), allergies or irritants, sinusitis, stomach reflux when asleep, etc... Usually, a person sees the doctor if the throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep and review the story to see if sinusitis or reflux might be a cause).
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A 46-year-old member asked:
I have persistent sore throat, do I need to see a doctor?
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Dr. Jovi Cacnioanswered
34 years experience
It would be best: Most prolonged sore throats are caused by moderate conditions, such as nasal allergies, mouth-breathing, acid reflux, etc. Some are caused by activities, such as smoking or consuming alcohol, that can lead to serious conditions. Once in a while, persistent throat pain suggests a more serious condition. If it seems to be going on forever, a doctor's appointment would be best.
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A 22-year-old female asked:
When should I see a doctor if I have a sore throat and drainage?
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Dr. Brian Santinanswered
17 years experience
Common cold: Certainly a sore throat and sinus drainage could be related to a common cold however it could be something more serious as well. It might be reasonable to treat your symptoms for a day or so but if it seems as though you are not getting better or possibly worse than it might be near to see a physician. I hope this helps!
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