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My 9 yr old 50lbs daughter was diagnosis w/ a throat infection sun. it is now wed & the prescription amoxicillin doesn't seem work. her fever&other symptoms are worse?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Remember: that the majority of cases of sore throat are not bacterial, but viral. Viral infections do not respond to antibiotics. Her body is probably doing its part to cure the infection. If by thursday or friday, no improvement, a re-evaluation should be done.

Answered 1/5/2019

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Dr. Ew Christensen answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get her in.: good morning! If your daughter is still having fevers, she should be reevaluated. She could have a new infection, a resistant infection, or a viral infection that is not responding to the antibiotics. Get her in quickly if her symptoms include respiratory difficulty. Good luck!

Answered 6/10/2015

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Throat : Give it a day or two more..... Treat with Advil (ibuprofen) or Motrin.... Have it rechecked within a week if no improvement

Answered 8/6/2014

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