Prognosis

Strep throat usually gets better in about a week as long as you follow your healthcare provider’s instructions. Most people who get strep don’t have any serious side effects or long-term problems from the illness.

Your provider will let you know how long you should stay home to recover and when you can go back to your normal activities. Follow these directions even if you start feeling better sooner. This will ensure you do not spread the infection to other people or push yourself too much before you’re fully recovered.

If you are sticking to your treatment plan but don’t feel better or you start to feel sicker, tell your provider right away. You might need a different treatment to make sure the infection clears up and prevent complications.

If you follow your treatment plan for strep throat, you should feel better in about a week. If you are not feeling better or feel worse, tell your provider right away. You might need a different treatment.