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Sore Throat - Check Your Symptoms

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If you have any of the following symptoms, evaluate those symptoms first:

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Do you have a sore throat and mild difficulty breathing?

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Do you have a sore throat and drooling?

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Do you have symptoms of strep throat?

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Do you have signs of mild to moderate dehydration?

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Do you have a sore throat with a rash?

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Do you have a sore throat with pain when swallowing?

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Do you have a sore throat with a muffled voice or hoarseness?

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Do you have a sore throat without other symptoms?

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Have you developed a sore throat after being exposed to strep throat?

Other Symptoms to Watch For

If you have any of the following symptoms, evaluate those symptoms first:

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Last Updated: August 04, 2010
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