I have a sore throat and don't have a fever.  should I go get checked out?
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Look at your throat in a well-lighted mirror.  If your tonsils look swollen or have white patches, definitely get it checked out.  You should also get it checked out if you are having difficulty swallowing (dysphagia).\n\nIt could just be nasal drainage.  Try sleeping with a humidifier tonight and drink lots of tea.  If it is still sore in a day or two with no new symptoms, then you may want to see your doctor.
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If the fever persists you must go see a Dr.  A viral infection can cause a fever, but it will go away after a few days.  (Like the flu)  If it is bacterial (Like strep) you symptoms are going to get worse and you could get really sick.  Instead of paying for a simple dr's visit you might end up in the hospital.\nIf the fever persists or you develop any more symptoms please go to the Dr.  Check with your local county hospital.  They usually have sliding scale fees for people with no insurance.  Or go to a small urgent care clinic.  They can be less expensive than a private Physician.
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see a doctor if you're really worried.
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Get a throat culture if you haven't already to rule out strep or mono.
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It could be.  Could be from overuse, too.  You could also have an independent reason for the sore throat, such as strep throat or a viral infection.
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I think you should go to your GP, to get a check-up.  That's what I would do.
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As a medical student this is what I can think it may be:\n\n1) Have ur lymph nodes checked out.  There may be fluid in them.\n\n2) Check ur tonsils, maybe tonsilitis.... Do research on the palatine tonsils..(the 2 humps on the side of your mouth near the uvula)\n\n3) Get a baterial culture, like a strep test.  For all you know all you need is some good old penicillin.\n\n4) Do you have a fever?  IF so definitely get a strep test, and get blood work done to check for mono.\n\n5) Try and do salt + water gargles.  Salt is a good anticeptic.  Also mouthwash regualarly, it'll help to kill some bacteria.\n\nHope you feel better.... Again I'm only a medical student and not a doctor.  Sry, if my spelling is horrible... was never good at it.
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It is always best to get checked out at the hospital, if you don't get checked you could die. \n\nMost likely you are right. It was probably just shock. keep yourself warm and try to relax. Sip some water but don't drink lots of it. \n\nYou can monitor yourself or have someone hang with you while you rest. IF you start feeling any weird symptoms get to the hospital right away.
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Just because you have a cough and a sore throat doesn't mean an antibiotic will help. If it hangs on for more than a week w/out getting better see your doctor. If it is bacterial they can give you antibiotics. If it is viral you will just have to wait it out.
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Yes, see a physician. You may have an internal infection or something more serious like a disease.
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You should go to a Doctor.
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You seem to have a nasty infection although you fail to mention if you have or have had a fever.  However, this could be caused by all sorts of things from virus to bacteria.  It could be a simple streph throat or even a venereal disease, so I suggest you stop surfing the net for a couple of hours and get yourself checked out since what ever is causing this has not gone away by itself and it could get worse or even spread to your lungs.
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no, and your throat shouldn't be itching, perhaps you have strep throat
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you should see your doctor to rule out something serious. They will make sure it's not your heart.
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Get extra rest. Bed rest can help you feel better. It will also help you avoid spreading the virus to others. \nDrink plenty of fluids to replace those lost from fever. Fluids also ease a scratchy throat and keep nasal mucus thin. Hot tea with lemon, water, fruit juice, and soup are all good choices. \nIf fever is uncomfortable, take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to lower it. You may also sponge your body with lukewarm water to reduce fever. Do not use cold water or ice. Lowering the fever will not make your symptoms go away faster, but it may make you more comfortable. \nTo relieve body aches and headache, take aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen. Do not take aspirin if you are younger than 20 unless your doctor tells you to do so. Also, aspirin and ibuprofen can upset your stomach, while acetaminophen does not. \nTry a decongestant or nasal spray if your main symptom is a stuffy nose. Look for a single-ingredient decongestant that contains phenylephrine. If nasal drainage is thick, a decongestant that contains guaifenesin may help keep it thin and draining. Do not use medicated nasal sprays or drops more often than directed and not for longer than 3 days. \nBreathe moist air from a hot shower or from a sink filled with hot water to help clear a stuffy nose. \nAvoid antihistamines. They do not treat flu symptoms and may make nasal drainage thicker. \nIf the skin around your nose and lips becomes sore from repeated rubbing with tissues, apply a bit of petroleum jelly to the area. Using disposable tissues that contain lotion also may help. \nUse cough drops or plain, hard candy to help ease coughing. \nTake a nonprescription cough medicine that contains dextromethorphan if you develop a dry, hacking cough. Some products contain a high percentage of alcohol. Use them with caution. \nElevate your head at night with an extra pillow if coughing keeps you awake. \nAvoid smoking and breathing secondhand smoke. This is good advice any time, but it is especially important when you have a respiratory infection like a cold or the flu.
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if you have had your tonsills checked by yr doctor and he says that there isn't a problem then i would got to your dentist and have a check up as you could have an infection in your teeth,there could be an underlying problem that could be soughted with antibiotics
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Anything causing inflammation to the throat, or more specifically the pharynx, might cause that symptom. Many can cause this inflammation i.e. viral / bacterial infection. It's possibly "pharyngitis". \n\nIf it's viral, it's treated symptomatically.. u can take cough supressants, take some antiinflammatory (such as ibuprofen), sometimes antiseptic gargles can help. If it's bacterial, u need antibiotics.\n\nBut if u have fever u should see a doctor.