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What should i do if i have a super bad headache and was tested positve for strep?
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Step, headache: If you have a high fever from a strep throat, this might give you a bad headache. Try taking Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen to relieve the headache and continue your penicillin for the strep.
Answered 6/25/2014
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