Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
I have sore throat and symptoms of a cold. i don't think i need to see a doctor but not going in to work. i need a doctor note. must i visit a doctor?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Usually yes, but...: COVID-19 pandemic at this time, so a doctor on video may give a work note instead of requiring an in-person visit. Throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics needed), a cold or influenza, or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor (but call first) if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly.
Answered 11/23/2021
92 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Painful sore throat for a week. Mild cold symptoms, no fever. What point should I see a doctor, or most likely just virus?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I am having cold symptoms ( cough, fever, sore throat) with flu like muscle aches? Should i see a doctor or continue to self medicate w/ OTC products?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Should i see a doctor for my cold? I have had for 2 days. I don't have a fever, i have a cough, and i have chills. I had a sore throat but it's gone
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Hi Doctor, 5 months back I had a encounter with sex work, I didn't have intercourse with her I only kissed and sucked her boobs. I had sore throat and chew cut in my mouth and lips during the encounter Did I get infected with HIV. I have no symptoms?
I tested covid positive on 15/07.Few days later i had flu like symptoms.After a doctors visit and de isolating I still cant smell or taste.Today I felt drained, have an iron bloody taste,a mild sore throat & infected sinus smell.Kindly advise?
I have a sore throat and when i looked to chck it out i seen white stuff near my tonsils. Should i be worried and visit the doctor ?
White patches on the back of my throat(no fever and only very,slight sore throat)Brother just diagnosed with strep. Start of strep?Doctor visit needed
Sick for two weeks, really sore throat and coughing up mucus. dad looked at throat and said was red. have chest pain. mom thinks doctor visit is a no.
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
