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2 of the 4 members of the family have strep (saw a doc yesterday) now two of us are starting to feel poorly as well.. should we start meds?

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All: Suggest oral penicillin V for everybody.

Answered 9/3/2017

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Yes: Yes but should also get a culture and sensitivity before if possible.

Answered 9/4/2017

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