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Do I go to the dr or self medicate?

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Grockle · 27/04/2011 07:19

I have a terrible sore throat, much worse today than yesterday. My neck hurts and my glands are swollen & I have a horrible headache. do I need to see a dr or just take ibuprofen and drag myself to work?

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LawrieMarlow · 27/04/2011 07:29

I would self medicate but stay at home.

Sexonlegs · 27/04/2011 07:32

Can you talk to your GP on the phone for advice?
Do you have a temperature?

Hope you feel better soon.

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Grockle · 27/04/2011 07:37

Temp is just under 38 (usually 36.5) Don't know if dr does phone calls. Will call and see. I hate feeling rubbish and even more, hate calling in sick at work.. Thank you.

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Grockle · 27/04/2011 10:14

Saw dr and have antibiotics. Taken loads of ibuprofen so off to work now. Would rather be in bed!

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alypaly · 28/04/2011 00:49

gargle with soluble aspirin as long as you are not asthmatic or have an ulcer

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