Why does my neck hurt right below my jaw? my school nurse said my tonsils are red and swollen but my mom said she doesn't see it. and i'm running a l

Doctor can evaluate: New throat area soreness can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics needed), a cold or mild flu (antibiotics are 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 in a day or two (mainly to check for strep throat). Throat lozenges can decrease throat pain, for 1-2 days.