Tara S. asked
I have sniffles, a sore throat, and possibly strep throat. I took a COVID-19 test which was negative. How long have you had the sore throat? Have you used any medication for this? Where are you located? How widespread is COVID-19 in your area? What are all the medications you're currently using, either for the sniffling or anything else? How old are you? Anything else in your medical history you think the Doctor should know?
March 30th, 2023
David H. answered
The symptoms you're experiencing could be due to viral pharyngitis, streptococcal sore throat, EBV i...
March 30th, 2023
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