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A 22-year-old female asked:

I woke up with a runny nose and a sore throat. i was sick about 3 weeks ago but it seems like im getting sick again. i cant keep missing work to go see a doctor. any medication i can take to relive symptoms fast?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered

Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience

Fever: If you have a fever, please see your physician. Strep is one consideration and a throat swab may be indicated.

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