 [ Symptoms ] i recently stayed at a hotel and was attacked by bed bugs i have bites all over [ Disease ] most helpful answer one sided throat pain is more concerning than if you had both sides sore a concern would be a peritonsillar abscess since i have not way of examining your throat or delve into your medical history by this forum i would suggest that you see your primary care medical provider and be re examined there are more things that can cause a sore throat than just strep one being mono a virus you need to be re examined today if possible a salt water 1 glass warm water dissolve 1 table spoon salt gargle at least twice a day