There is no doubt that strep throat is a serious condition. Keep in mind that strep throat does not go away on its own and requires the assistance of antibiotics. Additionally, complications of strep throat can have a significant negative health impact such as giving way to other illnesses and in some scenarios, can lead to death. With that being said, it does not require immediate hospitalization or an emergency room trip. If you believe you may have acquired strep throat, contacting your medical provider for an appointment is essential. From there, they will operate tests on you to plan their treatment method and if strep throat is confirmed, you will be prescribed antibiotics. The use of antibiotics within 48 hours of experiencing the first symptoms in conjunction with proper rest will allow for the smoothest recovery for most people and can greatly reduce the chances of complications.   We at Priority Urgent Care look forward to seeing you in our clinic soon! We are open from Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and from Saturday through Sunday 09:00 am - 5:00 pm. We serve patients from Ellington CT, Unionville CT, East Haven CT, Cromwell CT, Oxford CT, Newington CT, East Windsor CT, Somers CT, Burlington CT, Canton CT, Branford CT, New Haven CT, Middletown CT, Rocky Hill CT Seymour CT, Middlebury CT, Hartford CT, Addison CT, and BEYOND!