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Not sure if i have strep throat or a sinus infection beginning. since thursday i have experienced a sore throat, my ears are bothering me, sneezing?

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Dr. Steven Ferguson answered

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See your healthcare: It's not clear what you have based on your description and I think it would be wise to see your healthcare provider in the a.m. to help delineate whether you're dealing with a bacterial infection of viral infection or possibly just some seasonal allergies.

Answered 8/2/2016

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A member asked:

Not sure if i have strep throat or a sinus infection beginning. since thursday i have experienced a sore throat, my ears are bothering me, sneezing?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Ferguson answered

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