Hello,
Thank you for your query at DoctorSpring.com
I understand your concern.
The strep infection was sitting there for the past 2 months, and hence it would take some more time for your symptoms to go. Strep fever normally presents with myalgia and joint pain, and that's what you're experiencing. Amoxycillin is one of the most effective antibiotics in cases of sore throat, and strep infections. So once you finish your course, at least a week, you will gradually start recovering.
Continue the medicines for 3 more days ( 1 week completion ) and let me know if there is improvement.
Regards.
Patient replied :
Thank you. I just find it strange that I never even had a very sore throat. I never thought something like strep throat would make my feet and legs hurt so bad. Is there a possibility that the antibiotics won't work because I've had it for too long??
Hello,
The fact that you never had a sore throat shows that your immunity is good.
However being in constant contact with babies all down with strep throat there was always a very high probability of you catching it.
The recovery process will take longer, however I am sure they gave you Amoxycillin after a culture, which means that your infection has nit developed resistance to Amoxycillin.
So kindly give it time, and if required it can be continued for 2 weeks.
Regards.
Patient replied :
Hi again. Today marks an exact week of being in my antibiotics (amoxicilin) still have 3 more days but I am still experiencing the joint pain and muscle aches. Also lots of stiffness in my back. The pain is primarily in my feet and legs but occasionally it'll be random aches in different places. I'm having a difficult time understanding how all of this can be linked to strep. I'm worried that this is something more severe that happened to occur around the same time. i feel as though many doctors are even confused by these issues and my doctor was even surprised when my strep test came back positive. I'm just very confused and worried. What do you suggest at this point?
Hello,
Thank you for your follow up.
Will it be possible for you to upload all your reports? Sometimes recovery can take slightly longer if the antibiotic is started late.
However i need to evaluate your blood profile, RFT, ESR, CRP.
Once i see this reports I will be able to suggest treatment. You can get the tests done and follow it up with me.
Regards.