Rule Out Strep Throat with Testing

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Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

Dear patient, Most upper respiratory infectious diseases share common symptoms, such as the ones you listed in your question. While coughing and a runny nose can occur with viral or bacterial infections, they're less common with strep throat. Therefore, to rule out strep throat, you should undergo a simple test such as a pharyngeal swab, which is able to identify potential bacterial overgrowth. It's essential to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

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