When to Go to Urgent Care for a Sore Throat: How Can Urgent Care Help?
Doctor On Demand
APRIL 28, 2025
When to go to the ER for a sore throat Go to the emergency room (ER) if your sore throat causes any difficulty swallowing or breathing. Then, they’ll perform a physical examination. Difficulty breathing If throat swelling narrows your airway, you may hear a harsh, grating noise when breathing (stridor).
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