Strep Throat Treatment: How to Get Diagnosed and Treated Today

Strep throat is one of the most common reasons people visit urgent care. Here’s what to expect and how to get treated fast.

Symptoms of Strep Throat

• Sudden, severe sore throat
• Difficulty swallowing
• Red and swollen tonsils, sometimes with white patches
• Fever (usually over 101°F)
• Swollen lymph nodes in the neck
• No cough (cough usually means viral, not strep)

Getting Tested and Treated

Walk into any urgent care center for a rapid strep test (results in 5–10 minutes). If positive, you’ll be prescribed antibiotics and should feel better within 24–48 hours. Cost: typically $100–$150 including the test.

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