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Throat hurts, my sinuses are plugged up, and i have a cough. do i have strept?

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Dr. Neil Giddings answered

Maybe: Sounds more like a viral upper espiratory infection, that usually will resolve in 5-7 days. Only way to know if it is a strep infection is to obtain culture.

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/27/2013

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Possibilities...: There are many possibilities for your symptoms, including strep throat. It could also be a viral infection, a different type of bacterial infection, etc. The only way to know for sure is to see your doctor for an evaluation. Then, treatment can be given.

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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A member asked:

Throat hurts, my sinuses are plugged up, and i have a cough. do i have strept?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Neil Giddings answered

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

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