A member asked:

Why do doctors make you take antibiotics even after the sickness is gone?

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Dr. Clifford Marks answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not all the way gone: You may be feeling better, but the bacteria are still in your system. Your immune system is on the rebound (you feel better) but you are not yet 100% better. Finish the antibiotics so you will be 100% better.

Answered 4/16/2016

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