I have had a sore/red throat for 4 days and no flu/cold symptoms. Should I go see a doctor?

Hello Ma'am,

It depends! 😊

What is your modified Centor score (calculated from page 2 of the following document: https://www.inesss.qc.ca/fileadmin/doc/CDM/UsageOptimal/Guides-serieI/Guide-PharyngiteAmygdalite.pdf.

If your score is greater than or equal to 3, yes, you need to consult. Otherwise, you can wait, rest, stay well hydrated, and take Tylenol™ and honey lozenges to wait it out (which should happen in less than 10 days).

Happy day,

Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist