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Headache, sore throat, stiff neck, feel warm, general discomfort...these are my symptoms...could i have strep or just a virus?
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Can be either...: Throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep throat). A stiff neck should be checked out to see if there is something serious.
Answered 4/19/2016
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