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I've had strep for about 3 days now. i haven't had fever in over 24 hours and have taken 3 doses of antibiotics but my throat still feels swollen. so do i still have strep and am i still contagious?
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It takes a while: It often takes a week for more for strep throat symptoms to clear, so hang in there with the antibiotic. Probably you're less infectious for others by now, but not completely; continue to follow common sense precautions (cover coughts, frequent hand washing or alcohol gel, etc). If any continuing doubt or concern, check with the doctor treating you.
Answered 5/12/2018
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