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Sore Throat and Strep Throat Care Near You

A sore throat with fever, swollen glands or white patches may be strep throat, which needs antibiotics. Walk in at our Haines City or Plant City clinic and a doctor will examine your throat, test when needed and start treatment the same day. Not sure it is serious? A $59 TeleVisit is a quick first step.

No appointment necessaryHaines City and Plant CityUpdated October 23, 2026
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Walk in todayMost insurances accepted, including Florida Medicaid plans.
Symptoms

When is a sore throat worth a visit?

Most sore throats come from a virus and fade in about a week. See a doctor when the pain is severe, comes with a fever and no cough, lasts more than a few days or makes swallowing hard.

Prefer not to leave home? This can often be handled on a $59 TeleVisit.

  • Sudden, painful sore throat
  • Pain when swallowing
  • Fever with a sore throat
  • Red, swollen tonsils or white patches
  • Swollen glands in the neck
  • Sore throat that lasts more than a week
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Your visit

What happens at your visit?

You see a doctor face to face, usually the same day you walk in. Here is what to expect.

  • We check your throat, ears and neck glands
  • On site labs mean testing can happen during your visit
  • Antibiotics only when there is a bacterial infection like strep
  • Tips to ease pain so you can eat, drink and sleep

Go to the ER or call 911 if you have:

  • Trouble breathing
  • Can't swallow your own saliva or are drooling
  • Can't fully open your mouth
  • Severe pain on one side with a muffled voice
  • Stiff neck with a high fever

Not sure? Read when to use the emergency room from MedlinePlus.

Same day care

Feel better sooner. Walk in today.

No appointment is necessary at our Haines City and Plant City clinics. If your problem is outside our scope of care, you get an immediate referral.

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Locations

Where can you get sore throat and strep care near you?

Walk in at either clinic in Polk or Hillsborough County.

Haines City

35894 US-27, Haines City, FL 33844

Close to Davenport, Lake Wales, Lake Alfred and Winter Haven.

Plant City

1908 James L Redman Pkwy, Plant City, FL 33563

Close to Dover, Seffner, Lakeland and Brandon.

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FAQs

Questions about sore throat and strep care

Still unsure? Call (813) 717-SICK and our team will help.

How do I know if it is strep throat?

Only a test can confirm strep. It often causes a sudden sore throat, fever and swollen glands without a cough. Our doctors can check you and test when your symptoms point to strep.

Do I need antibiotics for a sore throat?

Only if a bacterial infection like strep is found. Viral sore throats do not get better with antibiotics and usually clear up on their own in about a week.

When can my child go back to school with strep?

Most people can return once the fever is gone and they have taken antibiotics for at least 12 hours. Your provider will tell you what is right for your child.

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Sources: Sore Throat, MedlinePlus · Strep throat, MedlinePlus. This page is for general information and is not a substitute for medical advice. Last updated October 23, 2026.