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I was diagnosed with strep (no swab was done). i've taken my antibiotics 3.5 days & there's still some swelling, huge white patches, & still painful to swallow. how long until the white patches go away & at what point do i need to go back to the doc?
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If you have been taking antibiotics for 3.5 days and there is still significant swelling and white patches in your throat, it is recommended that you follow up with your doctor. This could be a sign that the infection is not responding to the antibiotics or that there may be other underlying issues that need to be addressed.
Answered 5/17/2023
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