Sore Throat

Sore Throat at Reddy Urgent Care

Walk in for same-day sore throat evaluation — rapid strep test available, no appointment needed.

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Phone Number(562)-336-1656
Fax Number(562)-336-1659

Overview

A sore throat can be caused by a virus, bacteria, allergies, or irritants. Most are viral and clear on their own, but bacterial causes like strep throat require antibiotic treatment. At Reddy Urgent Care, we assess the cause, test if needed, and provide the right treatment the same day.

Symptoms We Treat

  • Pain or scratchiness in the throat
  • Pain worsening when swallowing
  • Red or swollen tonsils
  • White patches or pus on the tonsils
  • Swollen tender neck glands
  • Hoarse or muffled voice
  • Fever

How We Treat It At Reddy Urgent Care

Walk-In — No Appointment Needed

Simply walk in during our operating hours. No referral or scheduled appointment is required to be seen by our medical team.

Same-Day Care

We evaluate, diagnose, and treat most conditions the same day you visit so you can get back to feeling your best as quickly as possible.

Care for All Ages

Our providers treat patients of all ages — from infants and children to adults and seniors — under one roof.

Most Insurance Accepted

We accept most major insurance plans, Medi-Cal, and Medicare. We verify your benefits before treatment and inform you of any costs upfront.

Types Of Sore Throat We Treat

  • Viral sore throat

    Most common cause. Clears with rest and symptom care.

  • Strep throat (bacterial)

    Requires antibiotics. Rapid test available on-site.

  • Tonsillitis

    Inflamed tonsils from bacterial or viral infection.

  • Mono (mononucleosis)

    Viral infection causing severe sore throat and fatigue. Rapid test available.

When to Go to the Emergency Room Instead

Go to the nearest emergency room or call 911 if you or someone with you has:

  • Severe difficulty swallowing or breathing
  • Throat swelling closing the airway
  • Drooling because swallowing is impossible
  • High fever with stiff neck

If you are unsure, go to the ER. It is always better to be safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

If severe, accompanied by fever, or not improving after a few days, walk in — no appointment needed.

Strep causes sudden severe pain, fever, and swollen tonsils without a cough. A rapid test confirms.

Yes. Same-day assessment and treatment.

Most major plans accepted. Bring your insurance card.

Walk-In Urgent Care Near You

Two convenient locations across Long Beach and Paramount, serving patients from Lakewood, Carson, Wilmington, Lynwood, and the wider South Bay area.

Insurance & Payment Options

We accept most major insurance plans and welcome Medi-Cal, Medicare, and self-pay patients. Our front desk will verify your eligibility when you arrive.

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Insurance acceptance is subject to eligibility. Certain services including ultrasounds and IV hydration therapy may require prior authorization or may not be covered under all plans. Services are subject to real-time eligibility verification at the front desk. Please bring your Insurance card on every visit.

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