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4yr old son, sore throat(talking funny), ha, nauseous, leg pain, low fever, runny nose, neck is sore, othr son has 5ths disease, does it sound like strep?

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Throat: It maybe a little more concerning. It maybe an abscess of the tonsil causing this problems which needs to be checked by your primary care provider. Hope this helps!

Answered 9/9/2013

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Dr. Robert Kent answered

Specializes in Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Possible: It sounds like a viral illness, but could definitely be strep. The only way to tell would by taking a look at the back of the throat and tonsils and getting a swab to see if it is strep. Would recommend having seen by a pediatrician to be safe. Heep hydrated. Best of luck!

Answered 9/9/2013

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Infection: Could be consistent with strep, but there are many other infections that can present this way. See your pediatrician for diagnosis and treatment.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Viral: This sounds like a common cold. However if the neck is stiff, consider meningitis.

Answered 9/9/2013

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Dr. Bachar Al-Alami answered

Specializes in ADHD & Autism

Yes Both: Yes for both strep (confirm with rapid swab) might have a rash but distinct from 5th or 5th disease (parvovirus b19) 1st week flu like symptoms 2nd week rash and arthralgia.

Answered 3/27/2014

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