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Strep Throat: Treatments
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In the practice of homeopathy, belladonna, lachesis, and mercurius are usually the remedies of choice for strep throat and other causes of throat irritation. Which remedy to use depends on the exact nature of the symptoms. These homeopathic treatments are not recommended for more than a few days or symptoms may actually return.
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If the rapid strep test result is positive, a throat culture is not needed. Antibiotic treatment can be started right away, reducing the length of time (by about 8 hours) that you are sick and contagious.
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Some simple home care treatments can be used to make a patient with strep throat more comfortable. These treatments are used in addition to, not in place of, antibiotics. These home treatments include:
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