Strep Throat Learning Center
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Strep throat is caused by Group A Streptococcus bacteria. It is the most common bacterial infection of the throat. |
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Symptoms
Sore throat; Red throat; White patches in throat; Difficulty swallowing; Fever that begins suddenly; Tender, swollen ...
Causes
Strep throat is most common in children between the ages of 5 and 15, although it can happen in younger children and ...
Tests
A throat swab can be tested (cultured) to see if strep grows from it. A rapid test is quicker, but misses a few of th...
Treatments
Even though the sore throat usually gets better on its own, people who have strep throat SHOULD take antibiotics to p...
Alternative Therapies
Streptococcal sore throat , or strep throat as it is more commonly called, is an infection of the mucous membranes li...
Complications
Ear infection; Sinusitis; Mastoiditis; Peritonsillar abscess; Rheumatic fever; Glomerulonephritis; Scarlet fever.
Prevention
Most people with strep are contagious until they have been on antibiotics 24-48 hours. Thus, they should stay home fr...
Doctor Specialties
See the article on sore throat for guidelines on when to call your health care provider. Call if you develop the symp...
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