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Can strep throat be treated with lidocaine?

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Lidocaine: is an anesthetic and not commonly used for the discomfort associated with Strep throat. Treatment of this infection should include an antibiotic.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/16/2014

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Dr. William Jenkins answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

The pain: might be minimized but having a numb throat is not enjoyable

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/8/2014

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