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A 36-year-old male asked:

Ok me n wife had sore throats for 7 days not as bad as first 5-6 but still there for sure had some productive cough and congestion dr. called us in keflex 500 3x daily been on 2 full days not much change any ideas? how long is to long?

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Dr. James Fergusonanswered

Pediatrics 48 years experience

A majority of these are viral in which case antibiotics are of no value. It will pass when it does. Three weeks would be a sign of mono.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered

Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience

A Flu, Strep and COVID 19 screening test should be considered. If viral usually there is improvement within 5 days. Watch for signs of shortness of breath, fever and difficulty swallowing. Drink soothing fluids and rest.

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Answered Mar 07, 2022

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