Sore Throat

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Now

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • You feel weak or very sick
  • Difficulty breathing and is not from a blocked or stuffy nose
  • Fever of 103° F (39.4° C) or higher
  • Signs of dehydration (e.g., no urine in more than 12 hours, very dry mouth, very lightheaded, etc.)
  • New drooling (can't swallow fluids) or having great difficulty swallowing
  • Unable to open mouth completely

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