Question

When should I see a doctor about strep throat?

Answer 1

For your little ones, call the doctor right away if:

You should also contact the doctor if:

• An infant is 12 weeks or younger and has a temperature of 100.4 F or higher
• A fever goes above 104 F in any child

• A child younger than 2 has a fever lasting more than 24 hours
• A child 2 or older has a fever for more than 72 hours
• A sandpaper-like rash appears that quickly spreads from the face to the neck and the rest of the body