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I have glan. fever. tonsils are sore, covered in white and swollen. do i still just wait for symptoms to pass. or do i go on antibiotics or something?
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Just wait, but...: Glandular fever, also called infectious mononucleosis, is caused by Epstein Barr virus (EBV). No virus responds to any antibiotic; you'll just have to wait for it to clear up on its own, usually over 1-3 weeks. Sometimes there is a secondary strep throat infection that needs an antibiotic, and severe symptoms sometimes are improved with a steroid like prednisone. Follow your doctor's advice.
Answered 9/21/2016
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Get a swab taken : Glandular fever is caused by a virus (EBV) and therefore antibiotics do not alter the cause of the infection. However you can get a secondary bacterial infection when your immune system is lowered and therefore it is wise to see your GP so that a swab can be taken and sent to the lab (especially if your symptoms are worsening rather than improving)
Answered 9/21/2016
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