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Might a sore throat cause a fever?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It may: Certainly can. Whether a sore throat is related to strep or a viral infection - fever is possible. For significant sore throat with swollen tonsils / lymph nodes – see physician & get a strep throat test/ culture. If you have strep throat, antibiotic therapy is imperative to prevent future complications. Consider tylenol (acetaminophen) or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications. Salt water gargles help.

Answered 5/24/2013

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