A member asked:

I am sick with throat pain,cough,sneezing&cold since 2 days.body temp. around 98.8. i am 31 weeks pregnant. should i consult a doctor?will i hurt baby

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes: Nose and throat symptoms can be from flu/cold viruses, strep throat, allergies, etc., except that allergies usually don't cause a fever. Flu causes fever. Doctors have rapid 5-minute tests for strep, so a primary care doctor can diagnose strep and start antibiotics "right away", which means within the first 3 days of a strep throat infection. Doctors also have a 15-minute test for Flu A and Flu B.

Answered 1/11/2015

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