The baby looks content in her crib. A fancy hotel is not necessary; I'd be content with a warm meal and a clean place to sleep. No, I don't want to play. I'm content to watch. Not content to stay at home, she set off to see the world at the age of 16. Polls show that voters are growing less and less content with the current administration.
Rest, warm liquids, saltwater gargles, and over-the-counter pain relievers can help soothe the pain of a sore throat at home. Strep throat and other bacterial infections are treated with antibiotics. Your doctor can use a swab test to find out if you have strep.
Antibiotics for Strep. If you do have this throat infection, your doctor may give you a shot or prescribe 5 to 10 days of antibiotic pills. You'll probably feel better in a day or two, but it's vital to take the entire course of medication anyway -- otherwise some of the bacteria may survive.n infection called Group A Streptococcus causes strep. A virus is usually to blame for a simple sore throat. Antibiotics can ease strep symptoms, get rid of it faster, and lower the risk of complications.