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Hi.i was diagnosed a week ago by a dr. as having a viral syndrome.he said my throat was pale.prescribed amantadine and doxycycline.i don't feel better?

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Dr. Neal Skop answered

Viral syndrome: if you have not responded to an initial course of therapy you should go back and see your physician ASAP

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Viral Syndrome: Let your physician know but would not anticipate that an antibiotic would make a significant impact on a viral infection.

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Throat: Giving an antibiotic for a viral issue does not make sense. You may need to see your doctor and have a throat culture

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