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My 4year old said she had a sore throat and it hurts is there something i can do to eased the pain i think she is gettin chicken pots to ?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Yes: Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen will help with pain. She requires an assessment for possible strep. Strep requires an antibiotic. Chicken pox is a virus which she should have been immunized for. I hope she feels better soon

Answered 9/6/2014

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A member asked:

My 4year old said she had a sore throat and it hurts is there something i can do to eased the pain i think she is gettin chicken pots to ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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