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Should i get procane injection for strep throat even though i'm on antibiotics?

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Dr. Richard Roberts answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Unnecessary if: If you are on and antibiotic effective for streptococcal disease.

Dr Lin and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/14/2015

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