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I have had swollen glands for over a week, headaches, and a mild sore throat. no fever. my son was diagnosed with strep. should i see a doctor?

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Dr. Larry Xanthopoulos answered

Yes: Given the symptoms and the fact you had a close contact with streo it is likely you may have strep. Get checked out and have a rapid strep test performed

Answered 2/25/2018

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A member asked:

I have had swollen glands for over a week, headaches, and a mild sore throat. no fever. my son was diagnosed with strep. should i see a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Larry Xanthopoulos answered

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