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Strep throat

2017-12-16 01:42:42
Have strep throat and have been on the antibiotics for more than 24 hours and want to know if I can kiss my boyfriend?
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Streptococcal pharyngitis is infective Condition and can get transmitted by kissing. You should avoid kissing at least for three days till the antibiotics act and your symptoms reduce
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-12-19 00:35:19

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