A member asked:

Hi my throat is very painful i can't even sleep. is it a sign for flu?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Maybe: Flu/mono/strep throat/and others. This is a common entry point for germs to invade the body. Symptoms overlap. An exam & testing can sort it out.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 1/7/2021

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Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. A bacterial infection would require a prescription for treatment. Wish you good health!

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 1/7/2021

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Symptoms: This could be strep throat, COVID 19, influenza or many other types of infection.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 1/7/2021

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A member asked:

Hi my throat is very painful i can't even sleep. is it a sign for flu?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Singh agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Fowler agreed

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Machanic agreed

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