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Diagnosed with strep. taking penicillin. feel worse than before. congested, coughing, nauseous, headache, sinus pain. should i see a doctor?

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Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

Yes: coughing and sinus pain are NOT part of the usual strep symptoms. It would be wise to get reevaluated

Answered 12/8/2016

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A member asked:

Diagnosed with strep. taking penicillin. feel worse than before. congested, coughing, nauseous, headache, sinus pain. should i see a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

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