I am having pain in my throat for about 6 days when swallowing, yawning or sneezing. I have a history of strep throat, even with a tonsilectomy 20 years ago. I had a low grade fever the first couple days, have been taking penicillin for 3 days. Fever relief, but continued sore throat, different from when I ve had strep. Taking ibuprofen for pain as needed. Glands don t feel swollen, but uvula and soft palate appear red in areas, not spots. Why is my throat sore consistently still?