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How Long After Starting Antibiotics For Strep Will The Soreness Go Away?

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Question : How long after starting antibiotics for strep will the soreness go away
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
It may get better in 3-4 days.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
The soreness may get better in 3-4 days after starting antibiotics and it may totally go away in 5-7 days.
You can use also ibuprofen or paracetamol for throat pain.
You may help it also using gargling with saline water or baking soda water.


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How Long After Starting Antibiotics For Strep Will The Soreness Go Away?

Brief Answer: It may get better in 3-4 days. Detailed Answer: Hello dear, The soreness may get better in 3-4 days after starting antibiotics and it may totally go away in 5-7 days. You can use also ibuprofen or paracetamol for throat pain. You may help it also using gargling with saline water or baking soda water. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.