most helpful answer viruses only last a week but it is possible to get back-to-back viral infections that seem to last longer. one virus (mononucleosis) can cause a very prolonged sore throat fatigue and white spots on the throat so if this is a possibility your medical provider should order a mono test (ebv panel). another possibility could be sinusitis where the constant drainage is causing you to have a sore throat. it is really up to you how you utilize your financial resources but the only way that you can be properly diagnosed is to be seen by a medical professional that can examine you and order a few diagnostic tests.
i've been sick for two weeks already and it's gotten worse today could it still be viral pharyngitis? . for the first two weeks i did not have white spots in my throat and tonsils and my mucus from chest and nose has been clear but it is now beginning to slightly turn a yellowish light-brown color. the spots in my throat are still very tiny and i do not believe i've had a fever (yet). should i go to the doctor or would it be a waste of a copay seeing as how viral infections are untreatable with antibiotics?