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I woke up with a weak body, a fever, & a swollen gland which hurts when i swollow & that same ear hurts. i don't want to drink alkaselzer. what can i do?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

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Poss. strep throat: The combination of fever, sore throat and tender swollen glands is worrisome for strep, which requires treatment with antibiotics. Your doctor can do a strep test, or may even want to treat you based on your symptoms and the appearance of your throat.

Answered 3/12/2013

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A member asked:

I woke up with a weak body, a fever, & a swollen gland which hurts when i swollow & that same ear hurts. i don't want to drink alkaselzer. what can i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

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