The inflammation can be caused by a virus, a bacterium, or a fungus. Other noninfectious causes include postnasal drip, allergies, mouth breathing, and trauma.
Activity: If you have strep throat, dont return to school or work until you have completed a full 24 hours of antibiotic. Rest or nap as often as possible while youare sick.
Diet: Eat a healthy diet. If swallowing is difficult, eat soft foods such as ice cream, Jell-O, pudding, and soup. Avoid salt and spicy foods. Increase your fluid intake to 10 to 12 glasses a day.
Medications: You will be prescribed antibiotics if you have a bacterial infection. If your sore throat is caused by a virus, antibiotics would nt help. Donot share your prescription medications with other family members who are also sick. They need a full prescription, too. Many other medications are available over-the-counter, such as throat lozenges and cough suppressants.
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