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Sore Throat
Virtual visit

Sore Throat

Get expert care for your Sore Throat by completing a brief questionnaire and video consult with our medical team.

Licensed providers in all 50 states

Expert-guided, evidence-based treatments

Skip the trip to the doctor's office

Visit options

We'll check any insurance and show you your options before you book.

Video Visit

$25

Est. or $100 w/o insurance

Most insurance accepted

Board-certified

No hidden fees

Available nationwide

What to expect from a Sore Throat visit

1

Share your health story

Answer a few questions about your goals and concerns. And, we'll gather your full health history from past providers.

2

Meet your clinician

Pick a time that works for you to speak with a licensed clinician. They'll review your health story beforehand, so your visit can be used to listen and dig deeper.

3

Get your care plan

Leave with clear next steps and a personalized care plan. If you need medication, labs, or to see a specialist, your clinician will take care of the details for you.

4

Own your health

Track your progress, schedule follow-ups, and adjust care as your needs evolve. Your care team and General AI is only a few taps away.

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Ongoing support, always available.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians who care for a wide range of health needs, from everyday concerns to more complex conditions.

Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we’ll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. If lab testing is recommended, we review results and refine your plan accordingly. You’re never left to navigate care on your own.

All your care in one place. That’s the General Medicine difference.

We help you understand your options, connect you to the right clinicians, manage prescriptions, coordinate any needed evaluations, and keep an eye on your overall health along the way. It’s comprehensive care that looks at the full picture — your goals, your history, your lifestyle — and makes it simple to move forward with confidence.

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Reasons to book your sore throat visit

Most sore throats are viral — but strep needs a test to confirm, and treatment to prevent complications. This visit gives you a quick answer and the right next step.

Your throat is severely sore and painful when swallowing

You have a fever, swollen lymph nodes, or white patches on your tonsils

Your sore throat came on suddenly without cold or congestion symptoms

You were recently exposed to someone with strep throat

You want to know quickly whether you need antibiotics

Your sore throat has lasted more than a week without improvement

What our customers have to say

“I feel like I’m finally on the right path to improving my health with the right support now! It’s so refreshing and reassuring.”

Emerald

“My experience with General Medicine was amazing. The understanding and care that was taken to figure out what is exactly going on with me. I feel like a weight has been lifted off of me.”

Kaylee

“I couldn’t be happier with my experience with General Medicine! They are fast, responsive, kind and knowledgeable. It is much easier, more affordable and faster.”

Nika

Get the care you need, without the wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my sore throat needs medical attention?

Most sore throats are viral and resolve without treatment. Seek evaluation for sore throat with high fever, difficulty swallowing or opening the mouth, drooling, voice change, swelling visible in the throat, rash, symptoms persisting beyond 5–7 days, or known strep exposure — these features suggest bacterial infection or another cause requiring treatment.

Does a sore throat always need a strep test?

Not always. Strep throat has characteristic features — sudden onset, fever, tonsillar exudate, absence of cough — that are scored with clinical tools to guide testing decisions. Clinical prediction rules help identify who benefits most from a rapid strep test versus who can be managed empirically.

Can a sore throat be caused by acid reflux?

Yes — laryngopharyngeal reflux can cause chronic throat irritation, soreness, and the sensation of a lump in the throat (globus) — often without classic heartburn. This is an underrecognized cause of persistent sore throat symptoms that doesn't resolve with rest or OTC remedies.

What can I do at home to relieve sore throat pain?

Saltwater gargles, warm liquids (broth, tea with honey), OTC throat sprays with benzocaine, lozenges, and systemic analgesics (ibuprofen, acetaminophen) provide meaningful symptom relief. Staying well hydrated supports recovery and reduces throat dryness.

What side effects are associated with sore throat treatments?

Antibiotics for confirmed strep may cause GI upset, diarrhea, and rash. Topical benzocaine sprays carry a rare risk of methemoglobinemia — not recommended for infants. NSAIDs carry GI side effect risks with repeated use. Acetaminophen is safe at recommended doses for most adults. Sore Throat visit What to expect from a Sore Throat visit
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