A member asked:

Throat is still inflamed after strep. got told to go back to my doctor. any thoughts???

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Strep throat often is preceded by a viral infection, and viruses do not respond to antibiotics. In any case, your prior advice makes sense: discuss with the doctor treating you.

Answered 11/20/2022

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Were you treated with antibiotic, if yes, name of antibiotic and how many days?

Answered 11/19/2022

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