@k.k.unfiltered: Most sore throats in children are caused by viruses, not bacteria like strep. If a child’s strep test is negative and their exam doesn’t suggest a bacterial infection, antibiotics aren’t needed — and they won’t help the healing process. Viral pharyngitis (a sore throat caused by a virus) can still cause discomfort, fever, and redness in the throat — but it gets better with supportive care: fluids, rest, fever reducers if needed, and time. Giving antibiotics “just in case” doesn’t speed recovery, but it can lead to side effects, antibiotic resistance, and unnecessary risk. If your child’s symptoms worsen or don’t improve as expected, a follow-up exam is important — but not every sore throat needs a prescription. 🔎 This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace individual medical advice. Always consult with your child’s healthcare provider for specific recommendations. #sorethroat #pediatrics #nursepractitioner #pedsnpkk
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Saturday 12 July 2025 00:27:06 GMT
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the frugal rn :
Then they come back the next day and ask another provider for them
2025-07-12 02:28:38
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aboz2020 :
“I’ll just go somewhere else since yall aren’t doing anything” 😅😅
2025-07-12 20:54:33
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lexh23 :
And this is why abx resistance exists! Because there are providers out there who will just prescribe them
2025-07-12 10:20:23
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heather.felton.md Pediatrician :
Thank you for your antibiotic stewardship!
2025-07-13 12:03:23
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shelbs :
It’s so hard explaining to parents that antibiotics aren’t always needed, i always get looks like I don’t know what I’m talking about
2025-07-12 00:59:55
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Meg :
My strep test was negative, I have a fever and pharyngitis. Got antibiotics
2025-08-11 18:48:35
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AlissaSierra :
Bahahah oh this must be extremely frustrating 😂 I couldn’t imagine dealing with this haha
2025-07-12 00:41:03
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Jenn :
At least 3x a day. Then I get told by my manager they are upset no abx were sent 🙄
2025-08-31 23:42:17
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Rachel :
I feel like most people don’t know the difference between bacteria and viruses, therefore, they don’t understand that antibiotics don’t work for viruses because they aren’t truly living
2025-07-14 01:19:45
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Amanda :
I got strep throat on easter Sunday and had to go the the ER. The rapid came back negative had to fight the doctors to give me meds cause I knew it was strep throat, they called me on Monday saying keep taking the meds cause you have strep throat 🤦🏻♀️
2025-07-13 15:17:55
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Leslie-Robin ❌ 🧩 🎀 :
Covid new variant is a wicked sore throat
2025-07-15 16:38:16
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Zim is from urth :
My mom made me get antibiotics for EVERYTHING. Everytime my daughter gets sick she just tells me to get an antibiotic. That's not how it works!
2025-07-12 14:46:34
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Heidi & Bob :
You have to teach us! We just don’t know this stuff.
2025-07-12 00:43:36
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pntr.jo :
🤣🤣🤣🤣 the most perfect song choice 💀
2025-07-14 04:43:49
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AlyKat143 :
There is a different scenario for this as well. Each time that I’ve had strep, I ALWAYS test negative on the rapid strep test. They still send the test out for cultures and it comes back positive for strep and then it’s a couple days later and the strep is full blown with no antibiotics
2025-07-13 18:40:48
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Kelly•FNP•BoyMom•Wife :
THE STRUGGLE 😂
2025-07-15 01:20:36
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your_fave_np :
I enjoy saying no when it’s not needed
2025-07-14 04:38:08
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Kortney Ann Childers ✨ :
Thank you for sharing this! Most people think that we can just take antibiotics whenever we want or just because and it hurts our bodies!
2025-07-13 22:33:41
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southsider_fnp :
How about the “Can I get an antibiotic just in case it TURNS into strep?” 😫😫
2025-07-14 00:33:43
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sixpillarsnp :
The everyday battle 5/15 patients no you don’t need antibiotics…..
2025-08-01 17:11:03
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ScarredRedhead :
NO! Stay strong! Luckily the walk-in clinic and ER can see my notes to see I already had this convo with them.
2025-07-13 18:06:43
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PAvel the ENT PA :
"Ugh im gonna write a review" 😂
2025-07-14 17:25:15
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Brenda :
So frustrating!!
2025-07-12 13:17:09
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yourlocalpediatrician :
Thanks for fighting the good fight. In primary care it’s a little “easier” because I have long term relationships with families so they learn early on that we’re not giving abx for viruses, but saving them for bacteria 😅
2025-07-13 14:17:31
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Jenna McVay :
Yes!!!
2025-07-12 13:27:16
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