Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
I have had strep throat for a week now. i just finished my antibiotics today . my throat still hurts what should i do ?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
.: If you tested positive on the throat swab - possible to have resistance to antibiotics started. If not tested with throat swab - might be virus causing you sore throat.
Answered 4/25/2016
5.1k views
Comfort measures: Menthol gum or lozenges help keep the saliva flowing & reduce the discomfort.The abx have likely killed the germ but repair of disrupted tissue may take another week.If problems continue past that point it would be reasonable to recheck & look for other issues like mono that can co-exist with strep.
Answered 11/27/2017
5.1k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
7 yr old with pandas, tried augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) and now 2 weeks later tested pos again for strep eventhough throat looks clear, which antibiotic should he use?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I had a strep throat. I already take antibiotic but still doesnt work?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Is it possible to still have strep throat even after you are done taking antibiotic?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
My son was diagnosed with group c strep throat. He is coughing now. Does he need an antibiotic ?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
My strep throat came back. But b'cuz my Coumadin (warfarin) level is high right now @ 3.6. I don't know if I should finish the antibiotic I have amoxicillin?
About to finish my 3 day Zithromax 500 for strep throat. No more pain, but still having white patches on tonsils... Is this normal ? Will it take time to disappear or does it mean antibiotic didnt work? Thanks a lot
I've had strep 3x in the last couple of months. Just finished round of antibiotic a week ago and throat is hurting again. What can I do to wipe it out?
Hi it been a week i been diagnose with strep throat still haven't gone away even with antibiotic should I worry?
I am currently taking ampicillin for skin issues. I was directly exposed to strep throat today. Can I still get strep while on this antibiotic?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
