<s>[INST] Please explain to me if I can do anything to relieve what apparently now is a viral infection. Initially, my doctor was treating me for strep throat, but the culture came back negative. To date, my latest temperature reading is 100, down from 101 in the office. Other concerns are a cough which brings up a white mucus, a throbbing behind my right ear and a total hoarseness to my voice. I was told to discontinue the antibiotic because it would not treat a viral infection which has to just run it course. Really, no over-the-counter relief. [/INST] HelloSign you didn't mention the duration of these symptoms. This is very important, as you mentioned that initially, you were treated for sore throat (strep negative) but for how many days. If the duration of this fever is more than 10 days then diagnosis (possibilities are other). You are also having cough, mucus (phlegm , white color) , throbbing pain behind ear, hoarseness of voice.However, these symptoms may be due to virus or also due to bacterial infection (in that case you will require antibiotics like LEVOFLOXACIN 10 mg/kg body weight, once in day). Fever also present, so in my opinion consult a physician and get his opinion (2nd) . Till take Tylenol for fever but be sure that it is viral fever. Hope this will help you. </s>