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Can i use doxycycline to treat strep throat?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You should have a : Proper evaluation to determine if you have strep throat. Self- treatment may not be in your best interest.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/3/2015

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