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I've had a sore throat for 6 days & been hoarse for 2 days. i have brown phlegm. no fever. do i need antibiotics for this?
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Maybe; Dr. can check: New throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or mild flu (antibiotics are not used), or from another cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, one 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 lozenges and Tylenol (acetaminophen) for a few days can decrease symptoms.
Answered 3/5/2017
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