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I have strep throat and i've been on antibiotics for five days. my tonsils just keep getting more painful. should i go see my doctor again?

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Dr. Sari Nabulsi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Strep throat: if you throat still hurting and have high fever, you might want to see your doctor to make sure there is no abcess

Answered 12/13/2014

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Strep: Strep should be better within 2 days. If your throat is still sore you may have complications or something new. See your doctor. All the best.

Answered 12/13/2014

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