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I have been having a sore throat for three consecutive days its very sore and dry. ive used warm salty water to gurgle but it wont go away ?
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Common: Most issues that cause a sore throat (Viral or bacterial) will damage tissue & create symptoms that last days if not weeks. Mono often triggers throat pain that can last 3 weeks. You have the options of continuing what you are doing (which helps) or going in to see if you have a problem that requires antibiotics.
Answered 12/28/2020
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Agree with Dr. F: It is imperative that strep throat be ruled out. It may require a test and or culture. If it is bacterial infection, antibiotic treatment would require a prescription. Wish you good health!
Answered 12/29/2020
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