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Child has bad sore throat and dr said it was real red but strep test neg so said its virus but she has had strep before and didn't hurt like this?
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Sore throat: depends if rapid strep or an actual culture!, sometimes an antibiotic is still helpful
Answered 7/13/2015
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It happens: Some of the nastiest throats I have ever seen have been viral, specifically mono, which never responds to antibiotics. Comfort care with chilled foods, soft foods, ibuprofen for discomfort & fever are really all they need. As long as you keep the kid well hydrated their system should gradually take care of the germ.
Answered 7/24/2017
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