What do you do when you get strep throat on the road. I just delayed me leaving for my next load. I haven't gotten much sleep. What do u take or do to help?
Strep throat
Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by TruckerPete1990, Oct 10, 2013.
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That can be serious if not treated. Get to dr and get antibiotics, get rest, and fluids.
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^^^^ What he said. If you really have strep (need a throat culture test to be certain), you need antibiotics. The good news is those usually take care of it pretty fast.
Edit: A lot of places now have "urgent care" clinics where you can drop in and be seen for exactly this sort of thing, no appointment needed. Usually around $50 per visit. Many major department/discount stores have them inside the store, right next to the pharmacy. -
Get lots of liquids and get the meds for it! This is serous business. Don't spread it, keep your hands clean! rest and get the meds going!.
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You need to get it diagnosed and treated. Or at least start gargling (do not swallow) with table salt water.
Really, you need to go home or to a hotel, isolate, shower, drink water, eat fruit, stay at one temperature, don't exert yourself, ie. let your body rest completely.
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I know a driver that shined it on. He talks through a tube now.
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That is SCARY! I wouldn't want a tube installed! this fellor needs this fixed!
It is not something to laugh at and "Roll-On" with! Besides it is very contagious!
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I got strp a few months back..Im 28 and that knocked me on my ### for 4 days..Never been that sick in my entire life.I was literally on the couch for 4 days, luckily i knew someone who could bring me OJ and stuff..Go get antibiotics asap. It can be no joke.
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I joke a lot on this Great Forum. I'm not joking, Dear Family, If I would have gone to a Doctor, I would not be dead. Better listen & get there. Strep turns into poison real quick. Better listen.
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If you can get to an Urgent Care, the doctors there can give you samples or a prescription for your strep. You don't need an appointment and you can search for places nearest to you online. Many take a variety of insurance plan copays, too.
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