A member asked:

If i had gotten an std, would my sore throat have gone away after a week without treatment, or would it still be sore?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Depends : Std's with sore throat are much less likely than sore throat from common reasons. Unprotected sex increases the risk.

Answered 9/27/2011

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Dr. Bonnie Arroyo answered

You need treatment: You need to go to your primary care physician for an examination. He/she may refer you to a specialist based on what they see.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 4/1/2016

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A member asked:

If i had gotten an std, would my sore throat have gone away after a week without treatment, or would it still be sore?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Dr. Bonnie Arroyo answered

Dr Ali agreed

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