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Had a sore throat for over a week. doctor said it was just a virus but the sore throat won't go away. is it normal to last this long ?

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Yes: If regular culture were not done - would have them since the strep screen testsare often inaccurate. Virus like mononucleoisis can last a long time. Would ask your physician test for that.

Answered 9/15/2017

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