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How Long I Should Wait After Taking Medication For Strep Throat Before I Consult The Doctor Again?
Question: Last week my daughter was diagnosed with strep throat and is being treated with amoxicillin. On Friday my throat started to get sore. By yesterday I had aches and an upset stomach which I usually have with strep throat. I looked in the mirror and saw two white spots in my throat, one on each side so I went to my doctor. He looked in my throat, and since my daughter has strep, he prescribed me Amoxicillin 500mg 3 times a day for 10 days. I took the three pills yesterday. I woke up this morning and nothing has changed. I still have a sore throat (and now it feels like there is something in my throat when I swallow), the white spots are still there, I am still achy and have nausea. I have had strep a few times in the past and amoxicillin has always worked. When treated with amoxicillin in the past my throat will feel better by the next morning after starting treatment.
I have taken my fourth pill this morning. I am wondering how long I should wait before seeing the doctor again? I am concerned that the white spots are still there and that I have had no change in symptoms. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you
I have taken my fourth pill this morning. I am wondering how long I should wait before seeing the doctor again? I am concerned that the white spots are still there and that I have had no change in symptoms. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you
Brief Answer:
Probably you should wait two days more before visiting your doctor again.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Strep throat is a bacterial infection, which needs a treatment with antibiotics. Amoxicillin 500 mg, three times a day is a very preferred treatment. The symptoms should improve in 24 to 36 hours from the start of the treatment. So, I suggest you to wait another two days before seeing the doctor again. If you don't have an improvement over this period you should visit your doctor.
Meanwhile, I suggest you:
- Gargle with salty water
- Drink liquids
- Take anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day in case of pain
- Rest
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
Probably you should wait two days more before visiting your doctor again.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Strep throat is a bacterial infection, which needs a treatment with antibiotics. Amoxicillin 500 mg, three times a day is a very preferred treatment. The symptoms should improve in 24 to 36 hours from the start of the treatment. So, I suggest you to wait another two days before seeing the doctor again. If you don't have an improvement over this period you should visit your doctor.
Meanwhile, I suggest you:
- Gargle with salty water
- Drink liquids
- Take anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day in case of pain
- Rest
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
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Dr. Prasad
Hi Dr. Gurabardhi,
Thank you for your response.
As I said yesterday morning I had no change in my strep throat symptoms. I had aches, nausea, exhaustion and my throat hurt all day yesterday. When I woke up this morning my throat still hurts and I am still feeling unwell. I had a look in my throat and I still have the two white spots in the back of my throat.
I am concerned about the white spots in my throat. I was wondering how long they may take to go away? Do the white spots only show up with strep throat or can they be caused by a virus? Should I wait until tomorrow to see the doctor again or go today?
Thank you for your help.
Thank you for your response.
As I said yesterday morning I had no change in my strep throat symptoms. I had aches, nausea, exhaustion and my throat hurt all day yesterday. When I woke up this morning my throat still hurts and I am still feeling unwell. I had a look in my throat and I still have the two white spots in the back of my throat.
I am concerned about the white spots in my throat. I was wondering how long they may take to go away? Do the white spots only show up with strep throat or can they be caused by a virus? Should I wait until tomorrow to see the doctor again or go today?
Thank you for your help.
Brief Answer:
White spots are usually related to a bacterial infection like strep throat
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
The white spots appear only in bacterial infection, usually in strep throat.
They may need a few days to go away, usually 2 or 3 days.
If the symptoms do not improve by tomorrow you can go at your doctor for a physical examination.
Meanwhile, continue following these advice:
- Gargle with salty water
- Take anti inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day.
Take care.
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
White spots are usually related to a bacterial infection like strep throat
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
The white spots appear only in bacterial infection, usually in strep throat.
They may need a few days to go away, usually 2 or 3 days.
If the symptoms do not improve by tomorrow you can go at your doctor for a physical examination.
Meanwhile, continue following these advice:
- Gargle with salty water
- Take anti inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day.
Take care.
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
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Dr. Kampana
Hi Dr. Gurabardhi,
Thank you again for your response. As yesterday progressed I was feeling less tired and achy. I still had soreness in my throat, nausea and the white spots in my throat.
I didn't think I would have a chance to see my doctor today so I was able to see a doctor last night. He told me to continue taking the amoxicillin until it is finished. He said to come back if I get worse or do not feel better when I finish the amoxicillin.
This morning I woke up with only a slight soreness in my throat which is an improvement and again I do not feel exhausted or achy.
I still have some nausea/lack of appetite. When I do get hungry I cannot eat very much and my stomach rolls for a while after I eat. Also, I still have the 2 white spots in my throat. I am glad to see some improvement and I feel better than I did on Sunday and Monday. I was wondering if it may take a few more days for my stomach to return to normal and for the white spots to go away?
Thank you very much for your help.
Thank you again for your response. As yesterday progressed I was feeling less tired and achy. I still had soreness in my throat, nausea and the white spots in my throat.
I didn't think I would have a chance to see my doctor today so I was able to see a doctor last night. He told me to continue taking the amoxicillin until it is finished. He said to come back if I get worse or do not feel better when I finish the amoxicillin.
This morning I woke up with only a slight soreness in my throat which is an improvement and again I do not feel exhausted or achy.
I still have some nausea/lack of appetite. When I do get hungry I cannot eat very much and my stomach rolls for a while after I eat. Also, I still have the 2 white spots in my throat. I am glad to see some improvement and I feel better than I did on Sunday and Monday. I was wondering if it may take a few more days for my stomach to return to normal and for the white spots to go away?
Thank you very much for your help.
Brief Answer:
A few more days are necessary for full recovery.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I would also suggest you to finish the cycle of antibiotics.
You will probably see improvements day by day.
The lack of appetite is due to the infection.
It will take a few more days to return to normal.
If it continues in time you can take vitamin c supplements and also eat vitamin c rich food like lemons.
Meanwhile, I suggest you to drink liquids, eat healthy and rest to give your body the time to recover.
Wishing you a good health.
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
A few more days are necessary for full recovery.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I would also suggest you to finish the cycle of antibiotics.
You will probably see improvements day by day.
The lack of appetite is due to the infection.
It will take a few more days to return to normal.
If it continues in time you can take vitamin c supplements and also eat vitamin c rich food like lemons.
Meanwhile, I suggest you to drink liquids, eat healthy and rest to give your body the time to recover.
Wishing you a good health.
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
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Dr. Nagamani Ng
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