on the exam table.. which is really embarrasing.. happened yesterday!! yikes, my butt still hurts
2007-03-23 16:34:39 · 4 answers · asked by claire k 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Yes. Many physicians still give IM Penicillin shots to help clear up strep throat. Thewy use a long acting slow release type Penicillin that will cure the problem up in about 5 to 10 days. Many people with Strep Throat find it hard to swallow and antibiotic pills can be rather large and difficult to swallow. So the Penicillin shot is the best route.
2007-03-23 16:41:00 · answer #1 · answered by Gary S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I haven't had a shot for strep throat in about 6 years. I only had a shot once out of the like 10 or more times I've had strep and that was because I couldn't swallow pills yet. I remember it hurt though!
2007-03-23 17:21:32 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had it last year, and I got a penicillin shot because I had to do a singing competition the next day. It may hurt, but it's better than taking antibiotics. It's one dose, and it begins working after a few hours and you're good.
2007-03-23 16:39:24 · answer #3 · answered by dancerhelen2006 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
welcome 2 reality
2007-03-23 16:40:08 · answer #4 · answered by crengle60 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋