I am sick with a sore throat?

Sore throat.: Almost certainly virus which will get better in 2 weeks if you take antibiotics or 14 days if you do not. Gargle with salt water. Vicks Cough drops are good.

Dr. can check throat: New throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually 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 quickly (mainly to check for strep throat). A couple days of throat lozenges and acetaminophen can lessen pain.