I started taking anti-biotics three whole days ago, and I still have pain and a swollen tonsil with the white infection showing.
I was hoping to go away this weekend, but don't want to compromise or elongate the recovery process.
2007-01-11 02:06:18 · 4 answers · asked by jes 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
I have a susceptibility to strep throat and have had it numerous times. The recovery varies a little bit, but generally it takes about a week to 10 days for me to feel back to normal. Along with the antibiotics, take acetaminophen for the pain and gargle frequently with salt water. I use water that is as hot as I can stand it. It helps clean out the infection and helps with pain as well. Also, sipping hot liquids like chicken noodle soup, tea, or broth will help. Rest as much as you can, too. You shouldn't be contagious after being 48 hours on the antibiotic according to my doctor. Even after I start to feel better, I tire easily for a few more days.
2007-01-11 02:19:06 · answer #1 · answered by sevenofus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just had strep throat last month and mine took a good 4 - 5 days before I started feeling relief from throat pain. Have you tried those sore throat bears? Sounds silly, but they helped my throat feel a bit better, as well as hot tea (I drank chamomile). Hope you feel better soon!
2007-01-11 04:02:41 · answer #2 · answered by Duckie314 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had strep a couple of years ago, and it took about 4-5 days for the pain to totally go away.
2007-01-11 02:15:01 · answer #3 · answered by Jessie P 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest that you go to MayoClinic.com and read what they say about this sickness. This has been very helpful website for me.... hope you are better soon....God Bless.
2007-01-11 02:20:53 · answer #4 · answered by sally rose 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GIVE IT 10 DAYS TO 2 WEEKS
2007-01-11 02:41:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋