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Be aware that most sore throats are caused by viruses, not strep. Sore throats should only be treated with antibiotics if the strep test is positive.
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Strep throat is treated with antibiotics. Penicillin is the preferred medication.
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For patients allergic to penicillin, erythromycin is the primary drug used. In addition to treatment of the infection itself, the discomfort of strep throat may be alleviated with over-the-counter analgesics(such as acetaminophen).
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Strep throat is treated with antibiotics. Penicillin is the preferred medication.
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Conventional medicine is very successful in treating strep throat. However, several alternative therapies may help to resolve the disease or relieve symptoms.
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Strep throat is treated with antibiotics. Penicillin is the preferred medication.
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Increasing the humidity in your home helps eliminate the dry air that can irritate and inflame the passages in the nose and throat. Humidified air can relieve the discomfort of colds and the flu and can be particularly helpful for people who have ...
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Oral rehydration therapy(ORT) involves the replacement of fluids and electrolytes lost during an episode of diarrheal illness. Diarrheal illnesses are pervasive worldwide, and they have a particularly large impact in the developing world.
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