Doctor can examine: Throat pain with flu-like symptoms can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics needed), a cold or influenza (Tamiflu may be used, if diagnosed early enough), or from some other cause. Usually, a person sees her doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to look for strep). Throat lozenges and acetaminophen or ibuprofen may temporarily lessen pain.
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