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Coughing, sore throat, nasal drip, head hurts for over a week after getting tattoo. should i get tested for anything specific?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

URI: You probably have a viral illness, but see your foctor to get a throat culture to rule out a strep throat.

Answered 7/17/2020

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A member asked:

Coughing, sore throat, nasal drip, head hurts for over a week after getting tattoo. should i get tested for anything specific?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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