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2. Here's the difference between a sore throat and strep - AOL

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   While a sore throat can be a side effect of many other illnesses, it's the most telling symptom of strep throat - contributing to more than 5 million physician visits a year in the United States ...

3. Pharyngitis - Wikipedia

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   Common symptoms include fever, sore throat, and large lymph nodes. It is a contagious infection, spread by close contact with an infected individual. A definitive diagnosis is made based on the results of a throat culture. Antibiotics are useful to both prevent complications (such as rheumatic fever) and speed recovery. [21]

4. Upper respiratory tract infection - Wikipedia

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   Outcomes were mixed depending on the respiratory tract infection; symptoms of acute otitis media and sore throat were modestly improved with immediate antibiotics with minimal difference in complication rate. Antibiotic usage was reduced when antibiotics were only used for ongoing symptoms and maintained patient satisfaction at 86%. [19]

5. Sore throat - Wikipedia

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   The majority of sore throats are caused by a virus, for which antibiotics are not helpful. [2] For sore throat caused by bacteria (GAS), treatment with antibiotics may help the person get better faster, reduce the risk that the bacterial infection spreads, prevent retropharyngeal abscesses and quinsy, and reduce the risk of other complications ...

6. Got a Bad Cough Right Now? Here's the Cough Drop You ... - AOL

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   Here are the best cough drops and lozenges, according to a leading infectious disease expert. Whether you're dealing with a sore throat, allergies or dry cough.

7. Respiratory tract infection - Wikipedia

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   It is recommended to avoid antibiotic use unless bacterial infections are severe, transmissible, or have a high risk of further complications if left untreated. [20] Unnecessary use of antibiotics could increase antibiotic-resistant infections, affect the digestive system , create allergic reactions , and other intense side effects. [ 21 ]