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I have a 2 1/2 year old great-neice, that has strep throat. Her mother had her to the Pediatrician Wed. of last week, she is still not feeling well. She is taking Omincef and staying as hydrated as possible. Usually how long does it take a child to recover from this? thethe
Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of strep throat which seems to be due to bacterial infection of upper respiratory tract as well. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to start with warm saline gargles and mild steam inhalation. Give child throat lozenges and soothing agents. Consult pediatrician for proper diagnosis and rule out condition like viral infection. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with decongestants and anti inflammatory. It will take around 5 days for child to recover from this. Avoid hot, sharp , spicy food substances and carbonated beverages.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Strep Throat In A Child
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of strep throat which seems to be due to bacterial infection of upper respiratory tract as well. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to start with warm saline gargles and mild steam inhalation. Give child throat lozenges and soothing agents. Consult pediatrician for proper diagnosis and rule out condition like viral infection. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with decongestants and anti inflammatory. It will take around 5 days for child to recover from this. Avoid hot, sharp , spicy food substances and carbonated beverages. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari