Hi Laura,
Sorry to hear you're having the throat problem, be it Strept or Candida. Just wanted to make you aware that they have a Nystatin Swish and Swallow, if you find out that it's Candida for sure, which would be soothing and treat the local area providing some relief. I didn't read the entire thread, but am assuming they did a Strept culture at the doctor's? I've had Strept throat and know that can be very painful. Either way, feel better soon!