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Throat is still inflamed after strep. got told to go back to my doctor. any thoughts???
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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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Were you treated with antibiotic, if yes, name of antibiotic and how many days?
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