Sudden sore throat
Pain when swallowing
Fever
Red and swollen tonsils
White patches or pus on the tonsils
Tiny red spots on the roof of the mouth
Swollen, tender lymph nodes in the front of the neck
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Rash
No cough
You need a rapid strep test or throat culture to know for sure
Seek medical care if symptoms are severe, last more than a few days, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing