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My son tested slightly +ive for strep throat fri. he has been taking amoxicillin 3xs a day. he is still complaining of headaches. is this normal?

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Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Slight positive is: positive so he does have strep and is in his third day of treatment. You would expect his symptoms to improve by the fourth or fifth day so he is still in the window for persistent discomfort. He should not, however, be worsening. If he is, return to your doctor.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 11/16/2015

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A member asked:

My son tested slightly +ive for strep throat fri. he has been taking amoxicillin 3xs a day. he is still complaining of headaches. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Dr Altman agreed

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