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  1. Is it true that antibiotics only work if you have an infection that is caused by bacteria?
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  2. My husband was recently sick with a throat infection and he didn't take all of his antibiotics. My throat is really sore, can I take the rest of his pills?
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  3. My seven-year-old son has had a cough for three days. He doesn't have a fever, but I'm wondering if I should take him to the doctor.
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  4. My doctor prescribed an antibiotic and I took the pills for four days. I'm supposed to take the pills for three more days, but I'm feeling fine now. Can I stop taking my antibiotics?
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  5. I've been taking antibiotics for the last two days and I'm not getting any better - how long does it take before they work?
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  6. My job has crazy hours and I keep forgetting to take my antibiotics on time - does it matter when I take the pills?
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  7. What can I do to feel better if antibiotics will not help me?
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