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To all those who have the sore throat that won't go away, even after going to the doctor and taking antibiotics (assuming its nothing very serious). Bacterial infection: evil bacteria infecting you. Can be treated by antibiotics. Viral infection: virus.
Most of the time, a classic cold and sore throat just go away by themselves after a week or so. However, sometimes it might be more serious and not go away so easily. This is when you should decide to take a trip down to the doctor who might then advise for a throat culture swab to be taken. In order to identify the pathogen that is causing the infection, certain exams need to be performed. One of the most important exams is called a throat culture. To see how one is taken â or to take one yourself â start with Step 1 below.